Nikola Jokic Has Incredible Praise for Victor Wembanyama After International Matchup
NBA star Nikola Jokic praised Victor Wembanyama following a competitive international match between Serbia and France. Jokic described the young Spurs center as a uniquely talented player with the potential to become the greatest of all time.
Why it matters
High-profile endorsements from established superstars like Jokic highlight the rapid rise and significant impact of Wembanyama on the global basketball landscape.
For years now, Nikola Jokic has reigned as one of, if not the best player in the NBA, especially when it comes to big men, but by Jokic's own admission, he may have some stiff competition in the next few years.
The Denver Nuggets star is playing for the Serbian national team in the qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA World Cup and after a recent matchup against the French national team, highlighted by San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama , a game that ended in a 90-87 win for Jokic and Serbia, the Denver Nuggets ' star had some high price for his center counterpart.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) battle for position during an inbound pass in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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