Serbia’s Shining Stars: Jokic, Jovic Lead the Way to EuroBasket
Serbia Tops Germany in Style, Jovic Scores 26 Points
Serbia announced its intentions for the upcoming EuroBasket tournament with a resounding 103-83 victory over Germany. The team’s depth and talent were on full display, with forward Luka Jovic pouring in a game-high 26 points, including a sensational alley-oop finish.
“We played great team basketball. Our chemistry is growing every game,”
said coach Ivica Drobnjak after the win.
Jokic and Bogdanovic Combine for 46 Points in Rout of Czechia
In a mere two days, Serbia backed up its impressive performance with an even more dominant 101-76 blowout over Czechia. This time, two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic led the charge with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Guard Bogdan Bogdanovic added 18 points, including four three-pointers.
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Winning like this before EuroBasket is very important for our confidence, and we’re playing great team basketball,” said Jokic.
Coach Svetislav Pesic’s Influence Praised
Bogdanovic credited head coach Svetislav Pesic for instilling the team’s aggressive playing style. “He’s a great coach with a lot of experience,
Bogdanovic said. “There’s still fire in him, and that’s what we need to succeed.”
Containing Jokic: An Impossible Task
HoopsHype noted the difficulty in slowing down the Denver Nuggets’ superstar. “Teams simply couldn’t contain him. When he has it going, there’s no stopping him.”
Looking Ahead to EuroBasket 2022
As Serbia Prepares for the EuroBasket tournament, expectations are high, given their recent form and the talent on their roster.
- Serbia is in Group A with Poland, Russia, France, and Montenegro.
- The tournament kicks off on September 1, 2022, in Berlin, Germany.
“We’re playing some of the best basketball I’ve seen from this group,” said coach Drobnjak. “We’re ready for EuroBasket.”
FAQs
When does EuroBasket 2022 start?
The tournament begins on September 1, 2022.
Who is Serbia’s coach for EuroBasket?
Svetislav Pesic
Did you know?
Serbia has won the EuroBasket championship three times (1995, 2001, 2009)
Pro Tip
Keep an eye on Serbia’s young talent, such as Bojan Bogdanovic and Nikola Jovic, as they aim to make their mark on the international stage.
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