Miami Heat Draft: Nikola Jovic, Defense, Hard Work, And Athleticism

Nikola Jovic shakes hands with NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver (L) after being selected No. 27 overall by Miami Heat during the 2022 NBA Draft(Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Nikola Jovic shakes hands with NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver (L) after being selected No. 27 overall by Miami Heat during the 2022 NBA Draft(Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
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Nikola Jovic walks out with his family during introductions during the 2022 NBA Draft(Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

The Miami Heat might’ve gotten away from the NBA Draft with the steal of the entire thing. Taking a guy that man considered a man of mystery heading into the process, the term international man of mystery certainly applies to the newest Miami Heat player in Serbian forward, Nikola Jovic.

Standing a full 6-11, the lengthy yet versatile forward comes into the league with a reputation for being electric on offense.

He can shoot the three pretty well, create his own looks, and has a skill set that just makes you gasp when you see it used by a man of his size.

However and always, the offense isn’t the only important aspect that goes into making a basketball player. That’s especially at the professional level and especially when it comes to the Miami Heat.

A player’s ability to play defense is what matters most to the Miami Heat. Now, the offense is extremely valuable, but you have to be a willing defender.