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Miami Heat's Nikola Jovic In Sync With Nikola Jokic In Serbia Win Vs. Puerto Rico

Miami. Heat forward Nikola Jovic said after the game his ankle feels much better. He also said he will be ready to play for the Miami Heat when the season starts.
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Apr 27, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) drives to the basket against the Boston Celtics in the second half during game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 27, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) drives to the basket against the Boston Celtics in the second half during game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports | Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic had 10 points off the bench in Serbia's 107-66 victory over Puerto Rico in Olympic pool play on Wednesday,

Jovic had two baskets in transition on touchdown-style passes from Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic.

The two were in sync all game.


"It's not common to play with that type of player a lot, and to play with him, I would say it's an honor because I feel he is the greatest player ever from Serbia," Jovic told the Associated Press after the game. "It's a great experience and it's an honor to share the court with him"

Jovic went 4 of 7 from the field with four assists and three rebounds, His production was far greater than his performance against the United States in their opening game on Saturday.

Jovic is recovering from an ankle injury he sustained in June while working out in Miami. He said he is getting better every day.

"I'm doing great. I haven't done a lot, but I really wanted to be with the team and Coach Spo and everybody from the front office was good with it," Jovic said. "The imaging was great. My foot looked great. Maybe I'm not in the best shape right now, but when you step on the court the adrenaline and everything brings the best out of me.

"I'll do whatever I can do to help this team win and I'll be sure to be ready for the season."

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Scott Salomon
SCOTT SALOMON

Scott Salomon joined On SI in April 2024, covering breaking news and analysis for various On SI channels. Scott covers the NFL, College Football, MLB, and the WNBA. Scott has been covering local and national sports for over 35 years. Scott graduated from the University of Miami School of Communication and the St. Thomas University School of Law. Scott is also a member of the PFWA and the FWAA. Follow Scott Salomon on X @ScottSalomonNFL.