JOURNAL ARTICLE

How Serbia Produces Great Basketball Players Like Nikola Jokić.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gordon, Anna 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the cultural and historical factors that have contributed to Serbia's success in producing elite basketball players, exemplified by Nikola Jokić, a two-time NBA MVP. It highlights the deep-rooted passion for basketball in Serbian culture, which has been shaped by the socialist era's emphasis on team sports and a unique training approach that promotes versatility among players. The article also discusses the impact of the breakup of Yugoslavia on basketball, noting how the legacy of Yugoslavian basketball continues to influence the sport in the region, particularly through organizations like Mega Basket. Jokić's achievements have fostered national pride and a sense of unity among fans from the former Yugoslav republics, despite lingering nostalgia for the past. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/06, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:164073727
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