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While Being a 7 Ft Menace on Court for Opponents, Nikola Jokic Has a Lovable Family With Wife Natalija Macesic and Toddler, Daughter

Published 03/10/2022, 8:00 AM EST

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The NBA is well aware of what Nikola Jokic has accomplished over the years. It is evident that his elite performances have made him a fan favorite. He is one of the best players in the NBA right now. 

It is no secret to his opponents that he has razor-sharp passing skills that allow him to rack up triple-doubles at a historical rate. Aside from his basketball career, he has led a successful and fulfilling personal life as well.

He married his longtime girlfriend, Natalija Macesic, back in 2020. It was a private ceremony held in their hometown in Serbia. It was the 24th of October when they became legally married. Their relationship began in 2013 and they finally made it official.

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Even though it was a private ceremony, the video and photos went viral on social media. In one of the videos, we saw Nikola dancing with his wife, Macesic.

Nikola Jokic’s love for his wife is unquestionable

Based on the reports, Nikola and Macesic lived together in Denver. They started dating when they were in high school. At Nikola’s many games, Macesic is seen cheering him on from the sidelines. Their picture together dates back to when Nikola was only 18 years old. 

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They have shown many instances of their strong bond during their relationship, proving how much they love each other. Here is an example of how much Nikola loves his wife in the game. It is against the rules of the league to wear jewelry during the match for the safety of the players.

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But the game does not contain a single rule that prevents you from carrying jewelry with you. Every time Nikola plays a game, he bands his wedding ring to his shoelaces. You can’t help but say that it is the cutest thing you can do, right?

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Wonderful news came their way this past October when the couple announced the birth of their first child, a daughter named Ognjena.

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Since beginning his career, Nikola is having great success in the basketball world. He is the reigning league MVP and is in the mix to win it once again this season. His presence has made the Nuggets genuine title challengers. Furthermore, he is a great father and husband who supports his family every step of the way. We’d love to hear your feedback.

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Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now.
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