{
  "id": 6875981,
  "title": "‘Not as a…’ Nikola Jokic once revealed how he wants his kids to remember him",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/not-as-a-nikola-jokic-once-revealed-how-he-wants-his-kids-to-remember",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-12T06:42:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/not-nikola-jokic-once-revealed-064244099.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nikola Jokic, a renowned basketball player, once revealed his aspirations for how his children should remember him after his career concludes. The Denver Nuggets superstar, who has won three MVPs, a Finals MVP, and a championship, is known for his exceptional skills and accomplishments on the court. Despite his success, Jokic prefers to be remembered as a father rather than a basketball star. He expressed this sentiment during a 2023 podcast interview, stating, \"I really, when I finish my career, I really wish nobody knows me. And I really wish my kid, or kids in the future, really remember me as a dad, not as a basketball player.\" Jokic's words offer a glimpse into his character and priorities. While he continues to excel in his NBA career, Jokic's goal is to live a normal life, engaging in everyday activities with friends and family, without drawing undue attention to himself.",
  "summary": "Nikola Jokic is one of the greatest basketball players to ever play the game. However, he once explained that’s not how he wants his children to think of him.",
  "key_points": [
    "Nikola Jokic wishes to be remembered as a father, not a basketball player.",
    "Jokic won three MVPs, a Finals MVP, and a championship during his career."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Nikola Jokic's aspiration to be remembered as a devoted father rather than a basketball star reveals his priorities and character, suggesting a desire for a normal life beyond his sports career.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}