**Miami Heat’s Nikola Jovic Addresses Jimmy Butler Rumors, Provides Injury Update**
Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic is aiming to represent Serbia in the 2024 Paris Olympics. However, his participation hinges on his recovery from a post-season injury, which he discussed on Monday.
“I’m doing great,” Jovic told the media. “The injury is improving, the swelling is almost gone. We’ll wait a few more days for the control scan, and then we’ll see how things are.”
Despite his uncertain status, Jovic remains competitive, especially with his American teammate Bam Adebayo. Serbia is set to face the United States on July 17 in Abu Dhabi. Adebayo is part of a star-studded Team USA roster that includes LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Joel Embiid.
“I won’t respect the Americans, and I don’t think we should respect anyone,” Jovic asserted. “They’re all great players, but we’re going to win all the games.”
Although Jovic isn’t directly facing his teammate Jimmy Butler, he is aware of the trade rumors surrounding the veteran star. Butler is a prominent name in offseason trade discussions, with the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets being potential destinations.
“I would like him to stay, as I would like to stay,” Jovic stated. “You never know, it’s a big business there. I’m sure the people from Miami respect him and want him to stay, but the deal is between them.”
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