Serbia claimed the bronze medal in basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday, overcoming Germany 93-83 in a tightly contested match.
This victory not only marks Serbia’s triumphant return to the Olympic podium since their silver medal finish at the 2016 Brazil Olympics but also highlights the remarkable influence of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic. Jokic’s stellar performance, punctuated by a triple-double, was instrumental in uplifting his national team to victory.
A recent image of Jokic celebrating Serbia’s bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics has gone viral, showing a side of the Serbian superstar that fans rarely get to see.
The footage, which captures Jokic exuberantly partying with his Serbian teammates, has taken the internet by storm, with fans across the globe sharing their reactions to this rare display of emotion.
Previously, the fervor of the competition echoed in the celebrations that ensued. The Basketball Federation of Serbia’s official X account actively captured and shared vibrant moments of the jubilation, prominently featuring Nikola Jokic and his teammates as they spontaneously sang “Kari’s ON FIRE.” This act symbolized their spirited performance and the deep unity that permeated their journey throughout the games.