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Nikola Jokić Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Nuggets

He becomes eligible for a new extension this offseason under a contract that runs through 2026–27 with a 2027–28 player option.

Overview

  • In a Serbian podcast interview, Jokić said he cannot imagine playing for another NBA team, citing peace, family life in Denver and the emotional weight of the Nuggets’ 2023 “organic” title.
  • He stated he has no intention of returning to play in Europe or the EuroLeague.
  • Jokić is producing an MVP-caliber season at roughly 28.8 points, 12.5 rebounds and 10.3 assists per game.
  • He delayed an extension last year for financial reasons tied to projected cap growth, with a larger multiyear deal possible this summer.
  • His public stance is being read as cooling 2027 free-agency speculation, after multiple teams had preserved cap space for a potential run at him.