Vasilije Micic is a prominent name in the world of pro basketball. His 15+ active years in his career have seen him play for various leagues from Bayern Munich to the Charlotte Hornets! From when he first started hooping locally in Serbia to playing alongside Jokic (not in the NBA) to where he is now, Micic has evolved his game! While his on-court performances usually garner attention, his fans love the discussions around his family origins and cultural heritage. So, let’s dive into the details of Charlotte Hornets stars’ nationality and roots.

Where is Vasilije Micic from? What is the Hornets star’s nationality?

Vasilije Micic’s Eastern European roots are pretty evident by his name. Born on 13 January 1994, he comes from the city of Kraljevo, located in the south-central part of Serbia. He seems to be following Christianity. We’ve determined that after going through his social media. The hoopster has wished his fans on various traditional festivals of the faith. Considering the diverse demographics and history of the region, it’s hard to assume his ethnic background without any concrete proof. But his Instagram posts reveal one more thing.

It looks like Micic is well connected to his family, especially his mother, Vesela. He often shared moments with his mum on the gram! His parents focused a lot on raising their kids, which reflected pretty well. His sister, Nina, grew up to be a top-class snowboarder and Vas excelled at multiple sports. As his father, Dragan, puts it, “To this day, I think that he is a better skier than basketball player.” Well. Considering Vasilije’s football talent as well, his father still encouraged him to pursue this sport professionally.

“He started school at the Jovan Cvijić Elementary here in Karaburma. I was training him to become a footballer – Belgrade JFC pitches were located across the Danube, which was yet another problem during the crisis. Belgrade JBC was also nearby, the school court, so when he took a basketball in his hands, that was it as far as other sports were concerned,” recalled Dragan Micic.

As a kid, Vas was more drawn towards basketball and began playing for youth teams such as OKK Beograd, KK Crvena zvezda, and FMP Železnik in Belgrade and Kraljevo. At 16, Micic began his pro career after signing for Mega Vizura. He made his debut in the Basketball League of Serbia and went on to play for the Adriatic League and the ABA League. Those early years set him up for his success in European leagues and finally the NBA!

Has Vasilije Micic played for the Serbian National team?

Vasilije Micic has represented the Serbian National team at different levels. Back in 2011, he won a silver medal with the Serbian U18 team at the FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship. Then, in 2013, he grabbed another silver with the Serbian U19 team at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup, making it to the All-Tournament Team!

Micic debuted with the senior team at EuroBasket 2013, held in Slovenia. A few years later, in the EuroBasket 2017, his contributions led the team to bag the silver medal. At the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, the Serbian team didn’t qualify beyond the QFs but they were still quite a well-hyped team, initially deemed a favorite. More recently, he won a bronze medal with Serbia at the 2024 Summer Olympics. His time with the National team showcases his dedication to Serbian basketball on the international scene.

From his beginnings in home leagues to representing Serbia on the world stage, Vasilije Micic went through a full circle. While his achievements on the court are well-recognized, his biggest feat is he carried those family values a long way, which were instilled in him early on. As he continues to make waves with the Charlotte Hornets, he stands as an inspiration to young athletes, that we need more inclusion and representation from different parts of the world.