Nikola Jokic Plans To Stay With Denver Nuggets Through Career End

Nikola Jokic, the former NBA MVP, announced his intention to remain with the Denver Nuggets until the end of his professional basketball career. Speaking after Serbia's 94-81 victory over Bosnia in the 2027 World Cup qualifiers, Jokic revealed plans to sign a new contract next summer rather than this year. By waiting a year, he stands to earn approximately $80 million more, with his upcoming deal expected to be the highest ever in the league at $359.5 million over five years. Jokic currently has two years left on his contract, earning about $59 million next season and $63 million in 2027/28, which includes a player option. His primary goal remains to replicate his 2023 success by leading the Nuggets to at least one more NBA championship.

In the same game, Jokic delivered a typical triple-double performance with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. However, the spotlight also shone on Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic, who scored 32 points, including seven three-pointers on nine attempts. Jovic's breakout performance has drawn praise from American media, highlighting him as the Heat's secret weapon and predicting a breakout season alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. At just 23 years old, Jovic is regarded as a tremendous talent poised for significant growth.