Nuggets Fans Are Loving Nikola Jokić’s Offseason Sport Switch
Nikola Jokić is proving once again he’s not just an MVP on the court—he’s also a fan favorite off of it. A new video circulating on social media shows the Denver Nuggets superstar having some lighthearted offseason fun by trading basketball for an unexpected sport: foot volleyball at a public pool.
Wearing bright red swim trunks and his signature laid-back expression, Jokić can be seen in the clip playing doubles with friends, using his size and coordination to dominate the unconventional game. He even scores a point by blocking a return with his body—because of course he does.
The post, translated from Serbian, reads: “Jokić is taking a break from basketball.” Nuggets fans couldn’t get enough, flooding the comments with love for their Serbian center. Many said it was refreshing to see their three-time NBA MVP living his best life back home in Sombor, staying active but also enjoying the freedom that comes with the offseason.
Jokić, known for his grounded personality and quiet charisma, has made headlines in past summers for similar reasons—whether it’s cheering at a local horse race or just looking like a regular guy despite being one of the NBA’s most dominant players. Fresh off a tough season, Jokić seems to be recharging the best way he knows how: by being exactly who he is.
No drama. No hype. Just Jokić. And Nuggets Nation is here for it.
