Jokic confirms desire to stay with Nuggets, delays contract extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 11:59 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Nikola Jokic stated his intent to spend his entire career with the Denver Nuggets during a press conference in Belgrade, Serbia. Following a FIBA World Cup qualifying game where he recorded 20 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, Jokic revealed plans to wait until next summer to sign a supermax contract extension, potentially worth around $350 million. The 31-year-old center noted his commitment to the Nuggets despite their early playoff exit last season. Jokic's future with the team also involves discussions regarding fellow player Peyton Watson, who is due for a new contract.
- •Nikola Jokic wants to remain with the Nuggets for his entire career.
- •He plans to wait until next summer to sign a supermax extension.
- •Jokic averaged 27.7 points, 12.9 rebounds, and 10.7 assists last season.
- •The Nuggets were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by Minnesota.
- •Peyton Watson's contract situation is a key decision for the Nuggets.
- 11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Jokic reaffirms desire to stay with Nuggets for entire career, plans on waiting to sign extension
"Nikola Jokic reiterated his hope Monday to remain with the Denver Nuggets for the rest of his career. The three-time NBA MVP spoke to reporters after helping Serbia to a win over Bosnia-Herzegovina during a FIBA World Cup qualifying game in Belgrade, Serbia. Jokic finished with 20 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds.
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