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Nikola Jokic sets record straight on Nuggets contract rumors Dont worry Nuggets fans, Nikola Jokic isnt saying goodbye anytime soon.
Following a FIBA World Cup qualifying game Monday, the Serbian star reaffirmed his desire to extend his contract and finish his career with the Nuggets, though he plans to wait to sign his deal.
My idea and desire is to stay in Denver, Jokic told reporters in Serbian.
My desire is to play the rest of my life in Denver.
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic drives to the net in the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Friday, Dec.
22, 2023, in Brooklyn, NY.Jokic, whos been with the Nuggets since 2014, is under contract for two seasons and has been eligible since June 14 to sign a four-year, $278 million max extension.
But by waiting until next offseason for an extension, Jokic would be eligible to sign a five-year, $359.5 million deal as a free agent, which would be the largest contract in NBA history and push his career earnings to $724 million.July 6, 2026 The 31-year-old was also eligible to sign a three-year, $200 million extension last offseason, but opted to delay the process.
Over 11 years with the Nuggets, Jokic has blossomed into one of the greatest centers in NBA history.Not only did he help the Nuggets to their first title in 2023, but hes also won three MVPs and has averaged a triple-double the last two seasons.
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New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic #15 reacts on the court during the first quarter.
Jokic hasnt averaged fewer than 24 points per game since 2019-20 and has shot well from downtown the last few years, too.
in the first round of the playoffs and havent advanced past the second round since winning the title in 2023.