Jovana Nikolic brings Serbian frontcourt length, shot-blocking upside, and a tough two-way pedigree to Lindenwood
Nikolic is a 6-2 forward from Belgrade who arrived at Lindenwood after an injury-hit stretch at Xavier, but her overseas résumé is loud: in pre-college play she posted 14.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, 4.0 blocks and 2.0 steals per game, plus a 17-point, 8-rebound run that helped lead ZKK Korac Akademija to an 18-0 record and a division title. In 2025-26, Lindenwood listed her as appearing in nine games, signaling a developing role rather than a finished product. Why care? She looks like a physical, disruptive, high-motor forward with defensive playmaking and real upside if she stays healthy.
