Is Nikola Jokic Playing Today? Where to Watch Serbia vs Latvia EuroBasket 2025 Game in USA

With NBA action paused for some time, basketball fans have turned their eyes to EuroBasket. For good, things have started to pick up pace at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025, and Serbia is at the forefront of it all. After dominating Estonia in the opening matchup (98-64), many thought that Portugal would be able to contain the Serbians. Well, they did hang on for a while, but there’s only so much you can do when Nikola Jokic takes charge. The Nuggets superstar not only led his nation to another win, but he did so in emphatic fashion with his eyes on the next match-up.

The Joker finished the game with 23 points while going 8 of 10 from the field, along with 10 rebounds and three assists, wrapping up an 80-69 win. This was the three-time NBA MVP’s second double-double in as many games. Nonetheless, even though so far Jokic and Serbia have looked unstoppable, they’ll face their toughest opponents as they take on Kristaps Porzingis and Latvia tonight. So, is Nikola Jokic ready to face up to the hosts and make three wins out of three for Serbia?

Will Nikola Jokic suit up tonight against Latvia?

Yes, Nikola Jokic is all set to be part of the action tonight, with him not being on the team’s injury report. This is, of course, huge news for the Serbian supporters, as tonight will be a real test of the team’s abilities until now. So far, the Joker and the rest of the star-studded Serbian roster have been on cruise control with lopsided wins against Estonia and Portugal.

However, tonight they’ll face a Kristaps Porzingis-led Latvia team that won a thriller of a contest against Estonia last night. So, having Jokic ready and fit for this huge clash will be a big plus for Serbian head coach Svetislav Pesic, whose eye will now be on qualification. That’s because a win tonight against the hosts will put Serbia clear at the summit of Group A, with a perfect 3-0 record. Only Turkey has a 2-0 record besides Serbia in the group.

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But for that, the Denver Nuggets star will have to come out on top in his battle against the Unicorn. Even though the former Celtics star struggled against Turkey on the opening night, he was back to his best yesterday against Estonia. Porzingis dropped a stunning 26-point game against Estonia, to hand his native Latvia their first dub of the EuroBasket.

Now that the Hawks center has picked form, he’ll look to spoil Nikola Jokic and Serbia’s party. But can he? However, history is on Serbia’s and the Joker’s side, as they’ve won all three previous bouts against Latvia in the competition. More interestingly, they are the only team that hasn’t lost to the hosts.

So, you could say that tonight’s matchup has all the makings of a thriller. But wait, do you know where you can catch the action live in the United States?

Where can to watch Serbia vs. Latvia live in the States?

With the EuroBasket being hosted across four different countries, all the way from Cyprus to Poland, Finland, and Latvia, it becomes hard to keep up with all the action. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Tonight’s massive Group A clash between the Joker and the Unicorn will take place in Riga, Latvia.

Tip-off: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Time: 11 a.m. ET/ 6 p.m. EEST

Location: Arena Riga, Latvia

Where to watch: FIBA’s official streaming platform, Courtside 1891 (available via DAZN)

Now that you know where to catch Serbia taking on Latvia, you can get ready with your popcorn because this is one of the most anticipated games of the group phase. While Serbia is on a roll with back-to-back wins, Latvia has also gained a massive boost after yesterday’s win. So, who will take home the win tonight? Well, it’s hard to pick a favorite for this one.

However, if we have to, then it’s got to be Nikola Jokic’s Serbia. We mean, so far they’ve totally crushed their competition and look like real contenders. So, it’s hard to go against the tide even though Latvia is more than capable of causing an upset. Nonetheless, it will be a great watch for the neutrals as everyone awaits tip-off in Riga.

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