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International NBA Draft Prospects Beyond France

Team Herscu's Izan Almansa, center, reaches for a rebound as Team Forehn-Kelly's Ulrich Chomche (62) watches during the NBA draft combine 5-on-5 basketball game in Chicago, on May 15, 2024. (AP

France isn't the only country producing top prospects for the NBA. Victor Wembanyama, Alexandre Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher, Tidjane Salaun, and Pacome Dadiet are some of the notable French talents expected to make waves in the upcoming NBA draft. However, the international talent pool extends beyond France, showcasing promising players from various countries.

Nikola Topic, a 6-foot-6 point guard from Serbia, despite a partially torn ACL, is projected to be a first-round pick. His stint with Belgrade club Mega and subsequent move to Crvena Zvezda displayed his potential, although he needs to work on his 3-point shooting. Nikola Djurisic, a 6-7 small forward from Serbia, has shown improvement in his shooting but is still refining his game. Bobi Klintman, a versatile 6-foot-9 forward from Sweden, demonstrated his skills in Australia's NBL, shooting well from beyond the arc.

Serbian talents include Topic and Djurisic with potential.
France produces top NBA prospects like Wembanyama and Sarr.
Swedish forward Klintman impresses with shooting skills.
Spanish point guard Nunez showcases playmaking abilities.
Cameroonian center Chomche excels in defense and shot-blocking.

Juan Nunez, a 6-4 point guard from Spain, has honed his craft through Real Madrid's youth system and Ratiopharm Ulm in Germany. While he lacks explosiveness, his playmaking abilities and shooting have improved. Ulrich Chomche, a 6-10 center from Cameroon, is aiming to become the first NBA Academy student-athlete directly drafted into an NBA team. With a strong defensive presence and shot-blocking ability, Chomche's offensive game is a work in progress.

These international prospects bring diverse skills and backgrounds to the NBA draft, showcasing the global reach of basketball talent. As the draft approaches, teams will evaluate these players based on their potential and fit within their rosters, highlighting the growing influence of international players in the NBA.

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