History of Nikola Jokić in Timeline

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Nikola Jokić

Nikola Jokić, nicknamed "the Joker", is a Serbian professional basketball player renowned as one of the greatest players and centers in NBA history. Playing center for the Denver Nuggets, he's a seven-time NBA All-Star and has been named to the All-NBA Team seven times. Notably, Jokić won the NBA Most Valuable Player Award in 2020–21, 2021–22, and 2023-24. He also represents the Serbian national team, securing a silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics and a bronze medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics.

October 24, 2020: Marriage to Natalija Mačešić

On October 24, 2020, Nikola Jokić married his longtime girlfriend Natalija Mačešić in his hometown of Sombor.

September 2021: Birth of Daughter Ognjena

In September 2021, Nikola Jokić and his wife Natalija welcomed their first child, a daughter named Ognjena.

June 10, 2024: Included on Serbia's Preliminary Roster for the 2024 Summer Olympics

On June 10, 2024, Nikola Jokić was included on Serbia's preliminary roster for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

October 26, 2024: 41 points and Career-High Seven 3-Pointers

On October 26, 2024, Nikola Jokić scored 41 points and made a career-high seven 3-pointers in a 109–103 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

November 2024: Birth of Son Ignjat

In November 2024, Nikola Jokić and his wife Natalija welcomed their second child, a son named Ignjat.