The Montenegrin praises the Slovenian: Vucevic explained to the Americans what kind of player Goran Dragić is

"He's been playing at the top level for many years. I think, in fact, Goran is the most underrated player in the NBA. People don't respect enough his fight, his solid game, and at the same time his exceptional technique. He is, in my opinion, one of the best playmakers in the league ", said Vucevic
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Dragić Vučević, Photo: Usatoday.com
Dragić Vučević, Photo: Usatoday.com
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Ažurirano: 19.10.2017. 13:35h

Last night, Orlando defeated Miami 116:109, in the Florida derby at the opening of the NBA season.

With 19 points and 13 rebounds, Nikola Vučević was one of the most deserving of the victory, and after the match he spoke to the American media about his last night's rival - Goran Dragić, the ace of Miami and the best player of the recently concluded European Championship.

"Goran plays great basketball, I think his games at the Eurobasket were the best seen in European basketball. Everyone who watched enjoyed his performances," said Vucevic.

Our ace said that basketball fans in America should respect more what Dragić has been doing in recent years in the NBA.

"He's been playing at the top level for many years. I think, in fact, Goran is the most underrated player in the NBA. People don't respect enough his fight, his solid game, and at the same time his exceptional technique. He is, in my opinion, one of the best playmakers in the league ", said Vucevic.

Dragić admitted that Vucevic's praise meant a lot to him.

"He is a great player, one of the best tall guys in the league. He also played in Europe, he knows what the difference is. I always say that I am made for the NBA. It is easier for me to play here than in Europe. I always set myself new challenges and I'm trying to improve," said the Slovenian ace.

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