The new Serbian basketball star made his Summer League debut with the NBA champion

Serbian point guard Nikola Topic marked his return to NBA courts in impressive fashion. Selected 12th overall in the 2024 Draft, the 19-year-old had seen his first professional season compromised by an injury that kept him sidelined for many months.

A promising return despite Thunder’s loss

In his first appearance wearing the Oklahoma City Thunder jersey, Topic delivered an encouraging performance against the Memphis Grizzlies, despite his team’s 92-80 loss. The former Red Star Belgrade player scored 14 points with remarkable shooting efficiency.

The Serbian point guard made 4 of his 7 two-point attempts and 2 of his 4 three-point shots, already showing great offensive versatility. Beyond his scoring contribution, Topic also dished out 2 assists and recorded 2 steals, proving his impact on both ends of the floor.

Nikola Topic’s SL debut vs Memphis.

14 PTS (6-11 FG, 2-4 3P), 4 AST (7 TO) + 2 STL. https://t.co/W1NyiTAqY3 pic.twitter.com/A1KgnM2Ybz

— Mohamed (@mcfNBA) July 6, 2025

This performance marks what could be the beginning of a great NBA journey for the young European talent. Although there’s still a long way to go to establish himself in the world’s most competitive league, the initial signs from Topic are particularly encouraging.

The Thunder, 2025 NBA champions, are betting heavily on the future with this promising young core. Topic’s return provides an additional asset for a franchise already well-equipped for years to come. His ability to quickly regain his form after such a long absence demonstrates his determination and potential.