
Vlatko Cancar is a professional Slovenian basketball player. He plays as a forward for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA as of May 2025. Čančar was born on April 10, 1997, in Koper, Slovenia. He played basketball in Slovenia, Serbia and Spain for clubs before joining the NBA. After playing for clubs like Košarkaški klub Mega Basket and Club Baloncesto San Pablo Burgos in different leagues, he was drafted as the 49th overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft by the Denver Nuggets.
Cancar became the NBA Champion with the Nuggets in 2023 and has become one of the valuable members of the Denver Nuggets basketball team. As of May 15, 2025, he has averaged 3.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 0.9 assists per game in 143 NBA regular season appearances.
What are the names of Vlatko Cancar's Parents?

Vlatko Cancar’s parents are Ivo and Nevena Cancar as per reports.
Who is Vlatko Cancar’s Mother?
Vlatko Cancar’s mother is Nevena Cancar. She is from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Who is Vlatko Cancar’s Father?
Ivo Cancar is Vlatko Cancar’s father. He is also from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What Nationality are Vlatko Cancar’s Parents?
Despite living in Slovenia, both Ivo and Nevena Cancar are from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Therefore, by nationality, they can be called Bosnians.
FAQs on Vlatko Cancar
A. Vlatko Cancar is 28 years old as of May 2025.
A. Vlatko Cancar plays in the Forward position in basketball.
A. Vlatko Cancar currently plays for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA.
A. Vlatko Cancar stands 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m) tall.