Nikola Jokic orchestrates Serbia's 102-73 qualifying win over Iceland
The three-time NBA MVP prioritized playmaking and rebounding over scoring as Serbia improved to 5-2 in FIBA World Cup European qualifying.
Nikola Jokic ran the show without needing to hunt his own shot on Friday night, steering Serbia to a 102-73 rout of Iceland in the 2027 FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers.
The Denver Nuggets superstar and three-time NBA MVP spent 23 minutes on the floor, compiling six points, 13 rebounds, six assists, and three steals to finish with a 21 efficiency rating, as reported by BasketNews.
Jokic took a backseat as a primary scorer, shooting 3-of-6 from two-point range and missing his lone three-point attempt while orchestrating Serbia's offense and dominating the glass.
The victory moves Serbia to 5-2 in Group J, solidifying their hold on a top-three spot in the qualifying standings.