Nikola Jokic, while responding to Yang Hansen ’s desire to have his autograph and picture, had an unintentional slip-up about his future in the league. He agreed to fulfill the rookie’s desire but said he is going to be out of the league, probably, followed by an ‘oops’ reaction on his face. Also, the Serbian star set an interesting condition for signing an autograph, which left everyone smiling. Yang Hansen is nicknamed ‘ Chinese Jokic ’ owing to his style quite close to the Denver Nuggets’ center forward.
Nikola Jokic’s unintentional slip-up hinted at his future plan in NBAHow long will Nikola Jokic play in the NBA? The question is something no one wants to think about. But Nikola seems to be already thinking about the same. In a recent interview, he dropped a major hint about his retirement, though unintentionally.
While reacting to rookie Yang Hansen’s desire to have Nikola’s autograph and picture, he said:
“He’s good. I’m happy that when he gets in his prime, that I’m gonna be out of the league probably, in two… nah, actually”
Immediately, he realized what he said and went back to praising Yang Hansen. Though there is no official news or rumors regarding Jokic’s retirement, his slip-up revealed more than what he intended to share.
In the video shared on X, Jokic was shown Hansen’s interview. Hansen was seen saying, “Picture and signature, Please.”
Nikola Jokic set interesting condition for signing an autograph for Yang Hansen During the interview, Nikola Jokic showed his humorous side, too. When asked if he would agree to sign an autograph and take a picture with Yang Hansen, he said jokingly:
“Yes, he’s talented, and we can have a picture and whatever he wants, only if he plays badly against me. If I destroy him and score a lot of points, then yes. But if he does that, then no.”
Jokic has a formidable legacy for young players like Yang Hansen to draw inspiration from. Hansen is already making the headlines with his passing style and attack, which reminds everyone of Jokic. Also, Hansen has got the nickname ‘Chinese Jokic’ owing to these game traits.
Hansen’s fascination with the Serbian star is understandable because of his comparison to the MVP. If things are to be weighed in, Jokic is right in predicting a departure from the league, as he will be in his late 30s when Hansen reaches his prime. They may play together only if Jokic continues to play beyond the age when NBA stars usually hang up their cleats.