Nikola Jokic and Serbia's Uncertain EuroBasket Future

The NBA's regular season typically begins in late October, but for Nikola Jokic, the focus remains on his international commitments. The talented Denver Nuggets center is currently weighing his options to represent Serbia at the upcoming EuroBasket tournament.

EuroBasket will take place from August in Finland, Israel, Romania, and Turkey, with Jokic's agent, Miodrag Raznatovic, stating that a lot has changed since last year, and the team wants him to spend this summer differently. Under NBA rules, teams cannot prevent players from participating in national team competitions.

Jokic, who was instrumental in Serbia's silver medal win at the 2016 Rio Olympics, is expected to be a key player for his country once again. His impressive sophomore season with the Nuggets saw him average 16.7 points and a team-high 9.8 rebounds per game.

However, Jokic's comments have left fans unsure about his availability for EuroBasket. In a recent interview, he stated that he will talk to the Nuggets before returning to Serbia to get clearance to play for the national team. He also expressed uncertainty about when he would return to Denver for the offseason.

Italy recently pulled off one of the greatest upsets in EuroBasket history, and Jokic's participation could make all the difference for Serbia's chances at the tournament. With his talent and experience, Jokic is on the brink of becoming a transcendent player.

As the uncertainty surrounding Jokic's EuroBasket participation continues, fans can only speculate about what lies ahead for the talented center. Will he represent Serbia and lead them to victory, or will he focus on getting in peak physical shape for the upcoming NBA season? Only time will tell.

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