Nikola Jokic Amuses NBA Fans With Horse-Racing Victory Celebrations In Offseason Viral Video
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is known for his eccentric personality, both on and off the court. This was perfectly captured in a recent viral video when the star was seen celebrating after his horse won a race at an event in Serbia.
The offseason is often a time when NBA players rest, recover, and unwind from the stresses of the regular season and playoffs. Given the sheer range of personalities in the league, it is obvious that everyone has their own method of decompressing.
For Jokic, his passion for horse racing has become his go-to outlet. Considering that the Serbian superstar talked about his horses even after winning the NBA title in 2023, it is evident how much the events matter to him.
This year's offseason has been no different, as Jokic spends time in Serbia. In a recent video, Jokic's horse of choice achieved a victory in a race, and NBA fans found his celebrations to be hilarious.
Fans on X had a lot to say about Jokic's reaction to the win.
"He's just one of us having a tailgate party," said one fan.
"Notice as his horse looks in their direction as the horse goes by," added another, while making a keen observation.
"GOAT does what makes him happy," said another fan after observing Jokic's celebration.
One fan acknowledged the Nuggets star's priorities and added, "The job is done, we can go home now."
Meanwhile, another added, "Man of the people."
Fans on Instagram also shared their reactions to the post by NBA on ESPN.
A fan responded to the post and said, "Jokic just happy not to be playing basketball."
"Happier his horse won than his whole career," added another.
Another fan noted the same sentiment and said, "Bro happier than winning a ring."
Another fan noted the resemblance between Jokic's reaction and an iconic TV show and said, "This is so The Sopranos."
"I guess you could call that hype. In Jokic standards, definitely," added another, acknowledging the star's otherwise muted demeanor.
The offseason seems to be treating Jokic well, who will be in need of it considering the team's outlook for the next season. Having made some significant upgrades to the roster, the Denver Nuggets look primed to contend for the championship next season.
The arrival of Cam Johnson will significantly boost the team's wing depth, especially while considering Johnson's contributions on the defensive end.
Bruce Brown's return will also be viewed positively. Brown's unrelenting effort on both ends of the floor earned him a place in the hearts of the fanbase. His contributions to the team were vital in helping them secure the title.
The most significant acquisition has undoubtedly been Jonas Valanciunas, who was acquired via trade with the Sacramento Kings. While the presence of Valanciunas would be a huge asset as a backup big man, there appears to be some intent from the Lithuanian's side to play overseas with the Greek team Panathinaikos.
It has been reported that the Nuggets don't intend to release Valanciunas from his contract obligations. But in the case that the big man doesn't appear for the team, Denver will look to make some upgrades to their roster.This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
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