?Damn Serbians?: Following Nikola Jokic’s Dominating NBA Display, Another ?Nikola? Strikes Fear Into Fans’ Hearts In A Viral Video

From tennis to basketball, the Serbs are dominating the sports world in all spheres. Although the former core republic of Yugoslavia has a population of only 6 million people, it has provided tremendous talent to the NBA. One of them is Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic who led his team to its maiden championship.

After Nikola Jokic ended Denver’s 47-year-long drought last season, a viral video of another Serbian player strikes fear into the hearts of the NBA fans. And given the hype around this young gun, many reckon that its a rise of another Nikola in the NBA world.

Nikola Jokic’s impressive feat at the NBA Finals

The 5-time NBA All-Star changed the basketball landscape with his exceptional performance at the 2023 NBA Finals. The Serbian led the Nuggets to a 94-89 victory over the Miami Heat, registering 28 points and 16 rebounds. He broke several records in his wake, including leading the charts for the total points scored, rebounds and assists in a single playoff season. He impacted the game on both ends of the court and deservedly received the Final MVP honours. After his stupendous showing in the NBA Finals, a viral clip from the SuperCup has taken the league by storm.

First Nikola Jokic and now Nikola Topic is here to reign the league. The 6 ft 5 in point guard boasts a remarkable combination of a strong frame and ball-handling ability, making him an adept self-creator on drives. Additionally, he can swiftly change speeds and directions, catching the defenders off-guard.

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The 18-year-old is also an outstanding transition passer, with the ability to initiate the offense out of defensive rebounds. The Serbian averaged 15.3 points, 5.1 assists and 3.7 rebounds in the 2023 FIBA U18 European Championship. He won the MVP of the tournament for his stellar 24-point, 8-assist performance that led Team Serbia past Spain in the Finals.

Another ‘Nikola’ to take over the hardwood soon

As the viral video of the future NBA draft pick went viral, it garnered mixed responses from the fans. One fan pointed out the recent trend of the Serbians – Nikola Jokic and Nikola Jovic- dominating the basketball landscape.

One user referred to the success of Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the NBA and hinted at how Nikola Topic can become the best PG in the league.

Speaking of the greatest point guards, one user compared Topic’s game to Stephen Curry’s moves.

Team Serbia finished second at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, after being stunned by the eventual champions Germany.

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But one user did state that Serbia could come back with an even better team at the Olympics next summer.