In a stunning display of resilience, Serbia fought back from a 24-point deficit to defeat Australia 95-90 in an exhilarating overtime victory at the Paris Olympics. Nikola Jokic's dominant performance, with 21 points and 14 rebounds, played a vital role in Serbia's dramatic turnaround.

Bogdan Bogdanovic stepped up with 17 crucial points, helping Serbia secure a spot in the Olympic basketball semifinals. The team now awaits the winner of the highly-anticipated matchup between the United States and Brazil.

Serbia, aiming to claim its first Olympic medal since the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, where they secured silver, demonstrated immense mental fortitude and determination on the court. The comeback against Australia proved to be a momentous achievement for a young and talented Serbian team.

Reflecting on the game, Bogdanovic admitted to doubting their chances of completing the comeback, saying, "Honestly, we didn't keep cool. But we knew we were down and we needed to find some momentum and rhythm... This is the biggest pressure of the tournament. Quarterfinals. You know if you lose, you're out."

Australia's Patty Mills led his team's efforts with an impressive 26 points, though he struggled to maintain his momentum in the second half, scoring just six points. Despite Mills' performance, Serbia managed to stifle Australia's offense and secure the victory.

The turning point came in the third quarter, as Serbia mounted a remarkable comeback and reclaimed the lead after going on a 40-14 scoring run. A clutch jumper by Bogdanovic put Serbia ahead 61-60, rallying the team and igniting their winning spirit. The game remained highly competitive throughout, with both teams battling fiercely to secure their place in the semifinals.

In overtime, Jokic proved to be the hero once again, putting Serbia ahead 91-90 with just over a minute remaining. Australia had an opportunity to regain control but failed to convert, with a crucial steal by Serbia sealing their victory. The resilient Serbian squad held their nerve, displaying exceptional teamwork and composure to secure their place in the semifinals.

Serbia's success in the Paris Olympics is a testament to the strength and determination of their athletes and coaching staff. As they aim to make their mark on the Olympic stage once again, the team's incredible comeback against Australia will undoubtedly go down as one of the highlights of the tournament.

The basketball world now eagerly awaits Serbia's next matchup, as they prepare to square off against the winner of the intense clash between the United States and Brazil in the Olympic basketball semifinals.