Team USA crushed the hopes of Nikola Jokic and Team Serbia in the Paris Olympics semifinals of securing their spot in the gold medal match. While Team USA ultimately went on to win the gold, Serbia’s stars had to settle for a bronze medal. However, the humble Jokic found immense joy in this achievement.
After defeating Germany to claim the bronze, Jokic’s happiness was clear. The Serbian star celebrated by going shirtless and dancing with his teammates. This celebratory moment was captured in a viral photo that quickly spread across social media. NBA fans loved seeing Jokic’s unfiltered joy and joined in on the celebration in the comments.
Many fans were struck by how much more excited Jokic seemed about winning bronze for his country than he did about winning an NBA title with the Denver Nuggets. This celebration proved Jokic’s deep love for his home country, Serbia.
Fans also appreciated Jokic’s wild celebration, agreeing that such an achievement deserves to be celebrated with passion and enthusiasm. Some fans also mocked him for his ‘dad bod’.
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Nikola Jokic’s Triple-Double Secures Bronze for Serbia in Olympic Showdown
With Nikola Jokic leading the charge, Team Serbia secured a 93-83 victory over Germany at Bercy Arena in Paris, France, earning them the bronze medal. This marks Serbia’s third Olympic medal in history.
Franz Wagner contributed 18 points, nine rebounds, four assists, and three steals for Germany, while Dennis Schroder added 13 points, four rebounds, and six assists. Despite their efforts, Jokic’s remarkable athleticism proved too much for them to overcome.
The 2023 NBA Finals MVP and a six-time NBA All-Star recorded 19 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in the game. This performance marked the fifth triple-double in Olympic history. He ended the tournament scoring 113 points, 64 rebounds, 52 assists, 12 steals, and 6 blocks.
