Nikola Jokic Funny Moments and Quotes

Drafted 41st during a Taco Bell commercial, Nikola Jokic quickly received the nickname Joker. But, in all honesty, this wasn’t due to his antics or personality but simply because it was easier for announcers and reporters to pronounce than his real surname. That said, in an uncanny tale of fate, this nickname has grown to perfectly fit him, as we’ve seen many Nikola Jokic funny moments over the years. Here are some of the most entertaining ones:

A Master Of Interviews

For a guy who isn’t native in English, Jokic surely knows how to deliver bangers during press conferences. His quick wit and deadpan delivery make his interviews a joy to watch. What makes it even funnier is that all of this seems to come to him instinctively and candidly:

At the same time, his facial expressions are Oscar-worthy, with this early NBA Joker clip being the prime example:

On the court, Jokic also has some nice moves to show. His fluid motion and grace at the tip of make the ref joining him in laughter and leave opponents perplexed:

Nevertheless, despite these Nikola Jokic funny quotes, the Joker is known as a man of few words. He would ultimately choose to be a silent presence instead of taking over the locker room:

Nikola Jokic All-Star Funny Moments

Jokic might seem like a player who’s all about the fundamentals and not a great fit for an All-Star game, but he has delivered some great laughs on and off the court during All-Star weekends. After all, this is the man who picks himself during the All-Start Draft:

During his first All-Star appearance in 2019, Jokic masterfully trolled James with a great out-of-bounds play. From Reggie Miller to Scott Foster and LeBron himself, no one could help but laugh at this genius play:

He and Luka Doncic also had a number of moments, especially during the 2024 All-Star game. One of the best ones was when he snuck up on Luka and gave him a refreshing spurt of cold water onto the back of his neck during a press conference:

9-5 And He’s Out

Ok, let’s preface this and say that it’s clear that Jokic is very passionate about the game and that he works hard. But, there have been many moments where he has acted like he’s just clocking in, doing his shift, and walking out. This is perhaps one of the more relatable ones:

What’s more, by now, we’ve probably seen the even more famous interview directly after the 2023 Finals. When asked how he feels after winning a ring and faking home his first Finals MVP trophy, he answered in Jokic-esque fashion:

Still, don’t let that fool you, as the man does show he cares for the game. You might have to get him drunk to admit he was thrilled to win his first Championship, but hey, it still counts.

So, with all of this in mind, we love you, Jokic, and to quote the great linguist Shaq, “spasibo” for all the memeable moments you gave us over the years.

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