NBA’s European development program paying big dividends
Perhaps it's just a natural progression for the program designed to turn international prospects such as Rudez into NBA contributors and then bring back those graduates as teachers to work with the next generation of international stars.[...] one thing is clear: BWB is helping to turn Europe into a fertile training ground for NBA hopefuls.A record 101 foreign-born players began this season on NBA rosters, and three more — Emmanuel Mudiay, who was born in Africa and played last year in China, Kristaps Porzingis of Latvia and Mario Hezonja of Croatia — are potential top 10 picks."Honestly, the camp hasn't changed a lot; the principles are the same," said Rudez, who just completed his first NBA season with the Pacers.The initial goals of BWB were simple — find the best players in the world, teach them skills that would make them productive pro players and continue to expand the talent pool.Since the inaugural 2001 camp in Treviso, Italy, more than 2,300 players from more than 120 countries have participated and the success stories have steadily increased.The 7-foot-1 Mozgov averaged 10.6 points and 6.9 rebounds in 45 starts for the Cavs, who were in need of a...
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