Nikola Vučević is a Montenegrin professional basketball player who was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2011 NBA draft and played college basketball for the USC Trojans. He played seven seasons for the Orlando Magic and was a two-time NBA All-Star.
Nikola Vučević Biography
| Full Name | Nikola Vučević |
| Nickname | Nikola Vučević |
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
| Date of Birth | 24 October 1990 |
| Age | 36 years old (as of 2026) |
| Birth Place | Morges, Switzerland |
| Nationality | Montenegrin Belgian American |
| School | Stoneride Preparatory High school, Simi Valley, California |
| College | University of Southern California |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Ethnicity | Mixed |
| Religion | Catholic |
Nikola Vučević Age
Nikola Vucevic was born on 24 October 1990 in Morges, Switzerland. He is 36 years old as of 2026, and his zodiac sign is Scorpio. Nikola has multiple nationalities, including Montenegrin, Belgian, and American.
Nikola Vučević Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Nikoleta |
| Spouse/Wife | Nikoleta Pavlovic (m. April 2016) |
| Children | Three – Filip, Matija, and Lazar |
Nikola Vučević Family
| Father’s Name | Borislav Vucevic |
| Mother’s Name | Ljiljana Kubura |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | High School – Stoneridge Preparatory (Simi Valley, California) College – USC (2008 to 2011) |
| NBA draft | 2011, 1st round 16th overall pick |
| Drafted by | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Career history | 2011 – Buducnost 2011-2012 – Philadelphia 76ers 2012-21 – Orlando Magic 2020-2026 – Chicago Bulls |
| Career highlights | 2 – NBA All-Star (2019, 2021) 2011- AP honorable mention All-American 2011 – First-team All-Pac-10 2010 – Second-team All-Pac-10 |
Nikola Vučević Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 206 cm In meters – 2.06 m In feet & inches – 6’9” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 118 kg In pounds – 260 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Nikola Vučević Net Worth
As of early 2026, Nikola Vučević’s estimated net worth is $80 million. In 2023, he signed a three-year, $60 million contract with the Chicago Bulls, with an average annual salary of $20 million. His primary sources of income are his NBA contract and endorsement deals. He owns a six-bedroom house in Lincoln Park, Chicago, valued at $4.75 million.
| Net Worth (approx) | $80 million (as of early 2026) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | $21.4 million for 2025-26 season (wit Chicago Bulls) |
| Contact (3-year, 2023-25) | $60 million (with Chicago Bulls) |
| Income Sources | NBA contact, endorsement, social media, brads deals, etc. |
Some Interesting Facts About Nikola Vucevic
- Nikola Vucevic was born and raised in Morges, Switzerland, to Vorislav Vucevic and Ljiljana Kubura.
- He was primarily raised in Belgium, where his family moved in 1992.
- His family moved to Montenegro within the Serbia and Montenegro State union in 2003.
- In 2007, Nikola Vucevic was named Montenegro’s Best Young Player.
- He moved to Simi Valley, California, to play his senior year of high school at Stoneridge Prep.
- He knew English, but did not speak French, which many of his teammates also spoke.
- He began playing alongside point guard Jammer Nelson on the Orlando Magic in 2012.
- His father, Borislav, played professional basketball in Belgium.
- Nikola Vucevic played 3 years of college basketball at the University of Southern California.
- In his junior career, he averaged 17.1 points and 10.3 rebounds per game.
- He was traded to the Orlando Magic in a four-team deal that famously sent Dwight Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers.
- At Orlando, he consistently averaged a double-double and was named an NBA All-Star in 2019 and 2021.
- Nikola Vucevic scored a career-high 43 points against the Chicago Bulls in February 2021.
- He is a known supporter of the soccer clubs Juventus and FK Crvena Zvezda.
- Nikola Vucevic has been married to Nikoleta Pavlovic since 2016, and the couple has three children together.
FAQ:
How old is Nikola Vucevic?
As of 2026, Nikola Vucevic is 36 years old.
Who is Nikola Vucevic’s wife?
Nikoleta Pavlovic, since 2016.
What is Nikola Vucevic’s net worth?
Around $18 million, as of early 2026.