After a successful NBA season, Serbian star Nikola Jokic is back in his native country to enjoy a relaxing off-season. The 28-year-old played a vital part in his team, Denver Nuggets, winning their inaugural NBA Championship last season,
‘The Joker’ didn’t waste any time after the final buzzer in embracing his off-season plans. He went back to Serbia to relax after the rigors of the NBA season and spend some quality time with his horses. Nikola Jokic is definitely making the most of his off-season. However, his latest ‘athletic’ activity has managed to garner mixed reactions from fans.
Nikola Jokic is enjoying his well-earned offseason
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The Nuggets were unstoppable in the NBA playoffs in 2023, with their center Nikola Jokic acting as the core of their winning run. He consistently racked up convincing performances, which greatly influenced the team’s success.
The Serbian great won the Finals MVP award after averaging an outstanding 30 points and 13.5 rebounds in 20 games during the playoffs. The top-seeded Nuggets lost just four games in the playoffs and finals. This was possible due to Jokic’s incredible dominance, which secured their road to success and brought home the long-awaited NBA title.
But after a tiresome season, what is Jokic up to these days?
It appears as though his contagious zeal and zest for life follow him everywhere he goes. In a recent video that surfaced on the internet, he performed a flawless front flip with amazing ease as he sprang off a boat into a tranquil pond.
Nikola Jokic front flipping into a river is the best thing you’ll see today 🤣
(via edinenciklopedija/IG)pic.twitter.com/fCm9rCEksE
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 10, 2023
It is truly impressive to see a tall man like Jokic casually perform such a challenging acrobatic feat!
Nikola Jokic has defied the traditional standards of what it takes to be a top-tier NBA player. Despite receiving unjustified criticism for his weight, body type, and apparent lack of speed throughout his career, he has become a true game-changer.
The Serbian has debunked the idea that athletic prowess alone is a need for success in the game with two MVP awards and an NBA championship title to his belt. However, fans’ reactions to his latest activity have been mixed.
NBA fans react to Nikola Jokic’s flip
The acrobatic flip performed by Jokic during his offseason received a variety of reactions from the audience. While many were excited to get a glimpse into his private life, a few were concerned about the dangers that came along with his flip. Here are a few noteworthy reactions from fans:
def broke a contract clause
— lemarc (@lemarchives) July 11, 2023
Other reactions include:
I’m terrified of this man https://t.co/rtCIHlfazL
— Dutch Hofstetter (@mambadutch) July 11, 2023
Man that’s dangerous!!!
— Julian Watson (@watson_julian1) July 10, 2023
Nikola play wait until post career to risk this way.
— Randy Burdsal (@F1Randy) July 11, 2023
https://twitter.com/loudelja/status/1678616015851212803?s=20
Others were overjoyed to see him happy.
https://twitter.com/Bearded_Deuce/status/1678639983832313856?s=20
Bro is high off life you love to see it
— Speedy⚡️ (@Needy4Speedy) July 10, 2023
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He could be on a yacht in the Maldives but he’s just chilling at home and hanging with family and friends that’s pretty cool man.
— dalsportsfan88 (@StevenStaz88) July 10, 2023
Back home in Serbia, is Nikola Jokic truly in his element? We love to see it!
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