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Alexander Volkanovski Defends UFC Title With Second-Round TKO of Undefeated Movsar Evloev

Alexander Volkanovski successfully defended his UFC featherweight championship, defeating previously undefeated Movsar Evloev by technical knockout in the second round at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Following the victory, the

October 24, 2026

Community·Sport

Oklahoma City Thunder Defeat Denver Nuggets 96-84 as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić Struggle

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 96-84 in their season opener, despite underwhelming performances from the stars of both teams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić. Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning two-time NBA

October 23, 2026

Sport

Partizan vs. Crvena Zvezda: The Eternal Basketball Rivalry That Defines Belgrade

From the early days of Yugoslav basketball to dramatic EuroLeague battles, Partizan and Crvena Zvezda have spent generations fighting for supremacy in Belgrade. Their latest showdown delivered another unforgettable chapter, as Partizan

October 23, 2026

Serbia·Sport·Uncategorized

Serbian NBA star Nikola Jokić wearing his Denver Nuggets No. 15 jersey and holding a basketball against a red background.

Nikola Jokić Admits He Still Gets Nervous Before Every NBA Game

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić has admitted that he still feels nervous before every NBA game, despite winning three MVP awards and an NBA championship. The Serbian center shared his thoughts ahead

October 22, 2026

Sport

Serbian basketball coach Darko Rajaković posing with Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri while holding a basketball.

Serbian Coach Darko Rajaković Leads Toronto Raptors to 43-Point Victory Over Chicago Bulls

Serbian head coach Darko Rajaković enjoyed an impressive start to the 2026-27 NBA season as the Toronto Raptors crushed the Chicago Bulls 135-92 on Wednesday night. The 43-point victory gave Toronto a

October 22, 2026

Sport

Serbian NBA basketball player Bogdan Bogdanović holding a basketball while practicing a shot on the court.

Bogdan Bogdanović Makes Winning Houston Rockets Debut Against Dallas Mavericks

Serbian basketball star Bogdan Bogdanović made his regular-season debut for the Houston Rockets as the team defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-110 on Wednesday night. The victory gave Houston a strong start to

October 22, 2026

Sport

Greek Basketball Federation President Arrested in Match-Fixing Probe; Panathinaikos Threatens Legal Action

Vangelis Liolios, president of the Hellenic Basketball Federation, has been arrested as part of an investigation into alleged match-fixing and bribery in Greek basketball. Four referees have also reportedly been arrested, while

October 21, 2026

Sport

Novak Djokovic Returns to Basel After 15 Years, Chasing 103rd Career Title

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic is returning to the Swiss Indoors Basel for the first time in 15 years as he continues his pursuit of another major career milestone. The 24-time Grand

October 21, 2026

Sport

Serbia Among NBA’s Top International Nations as 2026–27 Season Begins

The NBA’s growing international presence is once again putting Balkan basketball in the spotlight as the 2026–27 season gets underway. Serbia remains among the countries represented in the league, with six players

October 21, 2026

Sport

Jay-Z Reportedly Picks Himself to Headline 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show

The rap superstar is reportedly set to take center stage at Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, potentially becoming the latest music executive to select himself for the world’s biggest sporting event.

October 20, 2026

Entertainment·Sport·Whats New

NBA Season Tips Off With Three Blockbuster Matchups: Celtics-Pistons, 76ers-Knicks and Thunder-Spurs

The wait is over. After months of speculation, major trades, coaching changes and preseason games, the NBA returns on Tuesday with three highly anticipated matchups. Opening night features the defending champions, a

October 20, 2026

Sport·Whats New

Serbian Women Swimmers Win 13 Medals at International Competition in Cyprus

Serbian women swimmers representing Vojvodina delivered an impressive performance at an international masters swimming competition in Larnaca, Cyprus, winning a total of 13 medals, including six golds. The competition brought together 180

October 20, 2026

Sport