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Report: Nikola Jokic edges closer to Denver Nuggets deal

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Twenty-year-old Serbian centre Nikola Jokic is reportedly close to signing for the Denver Nuggets.

The Denver Nuggets are close to signing Nikola Jokic, according to reports.

The Serbian centre last played for KK Mega Vizura in the Adriatic League, but he is set to ply his trade in the NBA next season.

The Denver Post reports that the Nuggets have been following the 20-year-old for a long time, and are expected to announce a deal before the summer league gets underway in July.

During his time at KK Mega Vizura, Jokic averaged 15.4 points per game.

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