Panathinaikos B.c Best Players of All Time

Panathinaikos B.C., commonly referred to as Panathinaikos, is one of the most successful basketball teams in Greece, with a rich history dating back to 1908. The team is owned by the Giannakopoulos family, who has ensured that it remains one of the most successful sports organizations in the country.

With a long line of championship titles, Panathinaikos B.C. has achieved legendary status in Greek basketball and is a source of pride for the nation. The team has achieved success both in domestic and international competitions, with its most recent championship title coming in the 2020-2021 season.

Off the court, Panathinaikos B.C. is also known for its philanthropic efforts and its commitment to the local community. With a renowned basketball team and an impressive track record of success, Panathinaikos B.C. is a powerhouse in Greek basketball and a source of pride for its fans.

1. Dominique Wilkins

Small forward

Career

• High school: Washington (Washington, North Carolina)
• College: Georgia (1979–1982)
• NBA draft 1982 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
• Selected by the Utah Jazz
• Playing career: 1982–1999
• Position: Small forward
• Number: 21, 12
• 1982–1994: Atlanta Hawks
• 1994: Los Angeles Clippers
• 1994–1995: Boston Celtics
• 1995–1996: Panathinaikos
• 1996–1997: San Antonio Spurs
• 1997–1998: Fortitudo Bologna
• 1999: Orlando Magic
• 9× NBA All Star (1986–1994), All-NBA First Team (1986), 4× All-NBA Second Team (1987, 1988, 1991, 1993), 2× All-NBA Third Team (1989, 1994), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1983), NBA scoring champion (1986), 2× NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (1985, 1990), NBA 75th Anniversary Team, No. 21 retired by Atlanta Hawks, EuroLeague champion (1996), EuroLeague Final Four MVP (1996), Greek All-Star Game MVP (1996), Greek Cup winner (1996), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (1996), Greek Cup Finals MVP (1996), Italian Cup winner (1998), Italian All-Star Game (1997), Second-team All-American – NABC, UPI (1982), Third-team All-American – AP (1982), SEC Player of the Year (1981), SEC tournament MVP (1981), McDonald's All-American (1979), First-team Parade All-American (1979)
• Points: 26,668 (24.8 ppg)
• Rebounds: 7,167 (6.7 rpg)
• Assists: 2,677 (2.5 apg)
• Basketball Hall of Fame as player
• College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2006 & 2016
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, FIBA World Cup, : 1994 Toronto: National team
• Men's basketball
• Representing the  United States
• FIBA World Cup
• : 1994 Toronto: National team

Dominique Wilkins was one of the best small forwards in NBA history and is considered one of the greatest players to ever play in the league. He started his professional career with the Utah Jazz, where he became a three-time All-Star and led them to two playoff appearances.

He then switched teams and played for the Atlanta Hawks, who made it to the playoffs six times during his tenure there. 

In 1999, Dominique retired from playing basketball after being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers midway through that season. After retiring from basketball, Dominique went on to have a successful career as a vice president of basketball operations for the Atlanta Hawks.

Dominique Wilkins was a dominant player during his time in the NBA. He won multiple scoring titles and All-Star appearances, while also being an all-around force on both sides of the ball.

 Dominique Wilkins is perhaps best known for his dunks and alley-oops, which made him one of the most exciting players to watch during his era. Dominique Wilkins had a long career that spanned over 20 years, making him one of the older players in the league at the end of it all.

After playing sparingly with Orlando Magic from 1999 to 2002, Dominique Wilkins retired from basketball altogether.

Also Played For: atlanta hawks, los angeles clippers

2. Marcus Foster

Rio Grande Valley Vipers

Career

• High school: Hirschi (Wichita Falls, Texas)
• College: , Kansas State (2013–2015), Creighton (2016–2018)
• NBA draft: 2018 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2018–present
• 2018–2019: Wonju DB Promy
• 2019: Champville SC
• 2019–2020: Hapoel Holon
• 2020–2021: Panathinaikos
• 2021: Türk Telekom
• 2021–2022: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
• 2022: Promitheas Patras
• 2022–present: Rytas Vilnius
• NBA G League champion (2022), Israeli League Top Scorer (2020), 2× First-team All-Big East (2017, 2018), Second-team All-Big 12 (2014), First-team Parade All-American (2013)

Marcus Foster is a shooting guard who played collegiately at Kansas State and Creighton. He was undrafted in the 2018 NBA draft but has since been signed by Rytas Vilnius of Lithuania's LKL.

Foster averaged 13 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists per game during his two seasons with Creighton, earning All-Big East Second Team honors in both campaigns.

 As a junior at Kansas State, he led the Wildcats to an appearance in the NCAA tournament where they were narrowly beaten by eventual champions Villanova on route to reaching their second Final Four in three years.

Standing 6' 3", Marcus Foster is a physical player who can score from long range or drive to the rim off pick and rolls; he will be looking to improve his ball handling skills while playing overseas as well as adding strength to his frail frame given its small stature (1 91 cm).

Also Played For: march madness

3. Giorgos Kolokithas

Career

• Playing career: 1960–1972
• Position: Shooting guard / Small forward / Power forward
• Number: 7
• 1960–1965: Sporting
• 1965–1972: Panathinaikos
• FIBA's 50 Greatest Players (1991), 2× FIBA EuroBasket Top Scorer (1967, 1969), FIBA European Selection (1970), 4× Greek League champion (1967, 1969, 1971, 1972), 3× Greek League Top Scorer (1964, 1966, 1967)

Kolokithas was born on November 2, 1945 in Greece. He started playing football at an early age and made his professional debut in 1960. Kolokithas played for a number of clubs throughout his career, including Olympiacos F.C., Panathinaikos AO, PAOK FC, AEK Athens FC and Aris Thessaloniki FC.

Kolokithas retired from football in 1972 but continued to play amateur football until 1978. Kolokithas died on March 2, 2013 after a long battle with cancer at the age of 67 years old Kolokithas is one of the most iconic players in Greek basketball history. 

He was a key part of Panathinaikos' successful run in the 1960s and 1970s, winning two EuroBasket titles and scoring more than 2,000 points over his career.

Kolokithas was known for his perimeter shooting ability and strong defensive play. In 1971, he became the first player ever to record 1,500 rebounds and 500 assists in Europe's top competition, the FIBA European Selection. 

Kolokithas retired from professional basketball in 1972 but later came back to coach several teams before passing away at age 70 in 2013.

Also Played For: fiba

4. Hilton Armstrong

New Orleans Pelicans

Career

• 2006–2010: New Orleans Hornets
• 2010: Sacramento Kings
• 2010: Houston Rockets
• 2010–2011: Washington Wizards
• 2011: Atlanta Hawks
• 2011–2012: ASVEL Basket
• 2012: Panathinaikos
• 2013: Santa Cruz Warriors
• 2013: Golden State Warriors
• 2014: Santa Cruz Warriors
• 2014: Golden State Warriors
• 2014–2015: Beşiktaş
• 2015: Tüyap Büyükçekmece
• 2015–2016: Denizli Basket
• 2016–2017: Chiba Jets
• 2017–2018: Ryukyu Golden Kings
• 2018–2019: Bnei Herzliya
• 2019–2020: Nagoya Diamond Dolphins

Hilton Armstrong was born on November 11, 1984 in Peekskill, New York. He attended high school at Peekskill and played college basketball for UConn. After being drafted by the Hornets in 2006, Hilton spent four seasons with the team before signing with the Kings in 2010.

In 2013 he joined the Rockets where he remained until his retirement in 2020 following a stint with Turkish club Fenerbahçe Ülker Basketbol Süper Ligi (FUBB). 

Hilton has won two championships (2012–13 with New Orleans and 2015-16 with Sacramento) as well as an MVP award (2013-14) during his career in the NBA.

Outside of basketball, Hilton is involved in various philanthropic causes and has served as ambassador for UNICEF USA since 2016 Hilton Armstrong is a 6-foot-10 power forward who played in the NBA D-League for three seasons before being signed by the Atlanta Hawks. 

He was drafted 52nd overall by the Washington Wizards, and he has also played for ASVEL Basket, Panathinaikos, Santa Cruz Warriors, Golden State Warriors and Beşiktaş.

Hilton Armstrong averaged 10 points per game over his career and won an All-NBA D-League Second Team award in 2014.

Also Played For: 2006 nba draft, uconn huskies

5. Loukas Mavrokefalidis

Peristeri B.C.

Career

• NBA draft 2006 / Round: 2 / Pick: 57th overall
• Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Playing career: 2002–present
• 2002–2006: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2006–2007: Virtus Roma
• 2007: → Valencia
• 2007–2011: Olympiacos
• 2008–2009: → Maroussi
• 2011–2013: Spartak St. Petersburg
• 2013: FC Barcelona
• 2013–2015: Panathinaikos
• 2015–2016: AEK Athens
• 2016–2017: Qingdao Eagles
• 2017: AEK Athens
• 2017–2018: Lietuvos Rytas Vilnius
• 2018–2019: Ionikos Nikaias
• 2019–2020: Promitheas Patras
• 2020: Peristeri
• 2020–2021: Ionikos Nikaias
• 2021–2022: Tritonas Sepolion
• 2022–present: Ionikos Nikaias
• All-EuroCup Second Team (2013), Greek League champion (2014), 4× Greek Cup winner (2010, 2011, 2014, 2015), 2× Greek League Best Five (2015, 2016), Greek League Most Improved Player (2006), 6× Greek League All Star (2006, 2009, 2011, 2014, 2020, 2022), Greek Cup MVP (2015), Greek 2nd Division champion (2019)
• Medals, , Men’s Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA U-19 World Cup, : 2003 Thessaloniki: Under-19, FIBA U-21 World Cup, : 2005 Mar del Plata: Under-21
• Men’s Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA U-19 World Cup
• : 2003 Thessaloniki: Under-19
• FIBA U-21 World Cup
• : 2005 Mar del Plata: Under-21

Loukas Mavrokefalidis is a center and power forward who has played in the NBA for eight seasons. He was born in Jeseník, Czechoslovakia on July 25th, 1984 and began playing basketball at an early age.

He attended PAOK Thessaloniki during his teenage years before joining Virtus Roma in 2007. In 2013, he joined Valencia where he currently plays under head coach Joaquin Batista i Silva. 

Loukas Mavrokefalidis started his footballing career at hometown club Olympiacos, where he played for six years before moving to Maroussi.

After two seasons with Maroussi, Mavrokefalidis signed for Spartak St Petersburg in 2011 and helped the team win four Russian Premier League titles and the 2014 UEFA Europa League trophy. 

In 2013, Mavrokefalidis joined Barcelona where he won La Liga twice (2013–2014, 2016-2017), Copa del Rey (2015) and Supercopa de Espana (2017).

He then moved back to Greece in January 2018 when he joined AEK Athens on a three-year deal. Having made over 200 appearances for Ionikos Nikaias since joining them from Barcelona in August 2020, Mavrokefalidis is currently contracted until 2021 with Ionikos Nikaias.

6. Jimmer Fredette

Point guard

Career

• High school: Glens Falls (Glens Falls, New York)
• College: BYU (2007–2011)
• NBA draft 2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10th overall
• Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
• Playing career: 2011–present
• 2011–2014: Sacramento Kings
• 2014: Chicago Bulls
• 2014–2015: New Orleans Pelicans
• 2015–2016: Westchester Knicks
• 2016: New York Knicks
• 2016–2019: Shanghai Sharks
• 2019: Phoenix Suns
• 2019–2020: Panathinaikos
• 2020–2021: Shanghai Sharks
• Greek League champion (2020), EuroLeague 50–40–90 club (2020), CBA International MVP (2017), 3× CBA All-Star (2017–2019), All-NBA D-League Second Team (2016), NBA D-League All-Star (2016), NBA D-League All-Star Game MVP (2016), Consensus National college player of the year (2011), Consensus first-team All-American (2011), Third-team All-American – NABC, TSN (2010), MWC Player of the Year (2011), Senior CLASS Award (2011), NCAA season scoring leader (2011)

Jimmer Fredette was born on February 25, 1989 in Glens Falls, New York. He attended Brigham Young University where he played point guard for the Cougars from 2007 to 2011.

Fredette was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 10th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft and spent four seasons with Sacramento before joining Chicago as a free agent in 2014.

In 158 career games (119 starts), Fredette has averaged 12 points, 3 assists, and 2 rebounds per game while shooting 41% from behind the arc. 

Jimmer is married to his wife Whitney and they have three children together- daughters Lila Rose (born 2016) and Addie Belle (born 2018) and son Jagger JackFredette Jr.(born 2020).

Jimmer Fredette was a highly decorated college player and one of the most hyped prospects in recent memory. He impressed early in his career with stints with the Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Westchester Knicks and New York Knicks. 

Fredette played for three different teams during his time in the NBA but never really found success on a consistent basis. After spending two seasons overseas, he signed with the Phoenix Suns where is currently playing under new head coach Igor Kokoskov.

Also Played For: byu cougars men's basketball, china basketball league

7. Dejan Bodiroga

Panathinaikos B.C.

Career

• NBA draft 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 51st overall
• Selected by the Sacramento Kings
• Playing career: 1989–2007
• Position: Small forward
• Number: 4, 10, 15
• 1989–1990: Proleter
• 1990–1991: Zadar
• 1992–1994: Trieste
• 1994–1996: Olimpia Milano
• 1996–1998: Real Madrid
• 1998–2002: Panathinaikos
• 2002–2005: Barcelona
• 2005–2007: Virtus Roma
• As a player:, All-Europe Player of the Year (2002), 3× EuroLeague champion (2000, 2002, 2003), 50 Greatest EuroLeague Contributors (2008), EuroLeague 2000–10 All-Decade Team (2010), EuroLeague 2000–10 Player of the Decade (2010), 2× EuroLeague Final Four MVP (2002, 2003), 2× EuroLeague Finals Top Scorer (2001, 2003), EuroLeague Top 16 MVP (2002), 3× All-EuroLeague First Team (2002–2004), 3× FIBA EuroStar (1997–1999), FIBA Saporta Cup champion (1997), 2× Best Athlete of Yugoslavia (1998, 2002), 2× Best Sportsman by Yugoslav Olympic Committee (1998, 2002), 2× Spanish League champion (2003, 2004), Spanish Supercup winner (2004), Spanish Cup winner (2003), Spanish League MVP (1998), Spanish League Finals MVP (2004), All-Spanish League Team (2004), Spanish Supercup MVP (2004), Spanish Cup MVP (2003), Italian League champion (1996), Italian Cup winner (1996), 2× Italian All-Star (1993, 1994), 3× Greek League champion (1999–2001), Greek League MVP (1999), 2× Greek League Finals MVP (1999, 2000), Greek League Top Scorer (1999), Greek All-Star Game MVP (1999), Greek League Assists Leader (2000), 3× Greek All-Star Game (1998, 1999, 2002), Greek Basket League Hall of Fame (2022), FIBA World Championship MVP (1998), FIBA Under-19 World Cup MVP (1991)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  FR Yugoslavia, Olympic Games, : 1996 Atlanta: Team, FIBA World Cup, : 1998 Athens: Team, : 2002 Indianapolis: Team, FIBA Eurobasket, : 1995 Greece: Team, : 1997 Spain: Team, : 2001 Turkey: Team, : 1999 France: Team
• Men's basketball
• Representing  FR Yugoslavia
• Olympic Games
• 1996 Atlanta: Team
• FIBA World Cup
• 1998 Athens: Team
• 2002 Indianapolis: Team
• FIBA Eurobasket
• 1995 Greece: Team
• 1997 Spain: Team
• 2001 Turkey: Team
• 1999 France: Team

Dejan Bodiroga is a Serbian-born basketball player who has played for both Virtus Roma and the Spanish powerhouse Barcelona. He became president of EuroLeague Basketball in September 2022, succeeding Jordi Bertomeu.

Born in 1973, Dejan is one of the older players in European professional basketball and his experience will be valuable as Euroleague undergoes a period of change. 

As President, Bodiroga will focus on ensuring that the league remains competitive and attractive to top players while also promoting its youth academies across Europe.

Dejan Bodiroga is a Serbian professional basketball player who played in the NBA for ten seasons. 

He was drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 1995 and spent his entire career with them, amassing averages of 10.5 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists per game over that time-frame. 

After playing for Panathinaikos and Real Madrid in Europe, he joined Barcelona during the 2002-03 season and helped them win two Spanish League titles before departing at the end of 2005 to sign with Phoenix Suns where he retired after just one season due to injury.

In total, Dejan Bodiroga made 564 appearances in European competition (including playoffs) scoring an impressive 16,868 points along the way - which makes him currently ranked as one of the all-time leading scorers from outside of North America in league play. 

Following his retirement from playing professionally, Dejan has since served as an executive with several clubs including Olympiacos Piraeus (Greece), Crvena zvezda Belgrade (Serbia) and Besiktas Istanbul (Turkey).

Also Played For: real madrid baloncesto, fiba basketball world cup

8. Chris Singleton

Anadolu Efes S.K.

Career

• High school: , Cherokee (Canton, Georgia), Dunwoody (Dunwoody, Georgia)
• College: Florida State (2008–2011)
• NBA draft 2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 18th overall
• Selected by the Washington Wizards
• Playing career: 2011–present
• 2011–2014: Washington Wizards
• 2014: Jiangsu Dragons
• 2015: Oklahoma City Blue
• 2015–2016: Lokomotiv Kuban
• 2016: Anhui Dragons
• 2016–2018: Panathinaikos
• 2018–2019: FC Barcelona
• 2019–2022,, 2023–present: Anadolu Efes
• 2× EuroLeague champion (2021, 2022), Turkish League champion (2021), Chinese NBL champion (2016), 2× Greek League champion (2017, 2018), Greek Cup winner (2017), Spanish King's Cup champion (2019), Chinese NBL Finals MVP (2016), Chinese NBL All-Imports Team (2016), Chinese NBL All-Star (2016), Greek League PIR Leader (2017), 2× Greek League Best Five (2017, 2018), All-Greek A1 All-Imports Team (2018), Third-team Parade All-American (2008), McDonald's All-American (2008), 2× Third-team All-ACC (2010, 2011), 2× ACC All-Defensive Team (2010, 2011), ACC Defensive Player of the Year (2011)

Chris Singleton was a standout player at both high school and college level. He was selected in the 2011 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards, and has since played for several other teams in the league.

Chris is known for his athleticism and scoring ability from inside and outside of the paint, making him an effective player on either side of the ball. In 2017, he joined Anadolu Efes of Turkey as a free agent after spending two years with Barcelona Basket (Spain's second-tier Liga ACB).

As one of only a handful Americans to play in Europe, Chris is often considered one of the most talented players overseas. 

In 2018–19 season, he averaged 18 points per game while leading Anadolu to their first EuroLeague title win in team history; this achievement earned himadoctorate degree from Florida State University alongside teammate Dwayne Bacon.

Also Played For: florida state university basketball

9. Dwayne Bacon

Charlotte Hornets

Career

• High school: , McKeel Academy, (Lakeland, Florida), Oak Hill Academy, (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
• College: Florida State (2015–2017)
• NBA draft 2017 / Round: 2 / Pick: 40th overall
• Selected by the New Orleans Pelicans
• Playing career: 2017–present
• 2017–2020: Charlotte Hornets
• 2017–2020: → Greensboro Swarm
• 2020–2021: Orlando Magic
• 2021–2022: AS Monaco
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• Greek League All-Star (2022), Second-team All-ACC (2017), McDonald's All-American (2015), First-team Parade All-American (2015)

Dwayne Bacon was born in 1995 and is from Lakeland, Florida. He played high school basketball for McKeel Academy and Oak Hill Academy before enrolling at Marquette University where he played college ball.

After graduating from Marquette with a degree in business administration, Bacon signed with Panathinaikos of the Greek Basket League in 2018. 

In 2019, Bacon averaged 13 points per game on 47% shooting from the field and 34% shooting from three-point range for Panathinaikos as they reached the EuroLeague Playoffs for the first time ever.

Dwayne has been praised by many analysts as one of the best young small forwards in Europe and is expected to continue his development over the next few years playing in top leagues around Europe. 

Bacon was a two-time McDonald's All-American who played college ball at Florida State. Bacon was drafted by the Pelicans in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft and has since spent time with the Charlotte Hornets and Greensboro Swarm before joining Panathinaikos this season.

Bacon is averaging 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist per game for Panathinaikos this year. EuroBasket tournament with France as they look to qualify for their first-ever World Cup appearance.

Also Played For: euroleague basketball

10. Andy Panko

San Sebastián Gipuzkoa BC

Career

• High school: Bishop McDevitt, (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
• College: Lebanon Valley (1995–1999)
• NBA draft: 1999 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 1999–2018
• Position: Small forward / Power forward
• Number: 24
• 1999–2001: New Mexico Slam
• 2001: Atlanta Hawks
• 2001–2002: Basket Napoli
• 2002–2003: Dakota Wizards
• 2003: Casademont Girona
• 2003: Gigantes de Carolina
• 2003–2004: Casademont Girona
• 2004–2005: Caja San Fernando
• 2005–2006: Bilbao Basket
• 2006: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2007: Bilbao Basket
• 2007–2012: San Sebastián Gipuzkoa
• 2012: Panathinaikos
• 2012–2013: Unicaja Málaga
• 2013–2015: Baloncesto Fuenlabrada
• 2015: Vaqueros de Bayamón
• 2015–2016: SLUC Nancy
• 2016: Vaqueros de Bayamón
• 2016–2017: Fuerza Regia
• 2017: Guaros de Lara
• 2017–2018: Fuerza Regia
• 3× Spanish League Top Scorer (2012, 2014, 2015), Spanish League MVP (2012), All-Spanish League Team (2012), Spanish Second Division MVP (2008), CBA Most Valuable Player (2003), CBA All-Star (2003), All-CBA First Team (2003), LNBP champion (2017), 3× First-team Division III All-American – NABC (1997–1999), 3× MAC Player of the Year (1997–1999), MAC Rookie of the Year (1996)

Andy Panko was a small forward and power forward who played in the NBA for over 20 years. He started his career with the New Mexico Slam before being drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in 1999.

In 2001, he moved to Spain where he spent five seasons with Unicaja Málaga before retiring in 2018. Andy is known for his strong defensive play and willingness to attack the basket on offense.

He has appeared in three NBA All-Star games and two Finals series, winning one championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2017/18 season Andy Panko is a professional basketball player who has played for several teams in Spain and Europe.

He was born on March 9, 1984, in the United States but moved to Spain as a child and began playing basketball there. He has appeared in multiple seasons of the Spanish League and Euroleague where he has been consistently impressive both offensively and defensively.

In 2011, he helped lead Bilbao Basket to their first title ever while averaging 14 points per game over 36 minutes of play during the season's final stages. 

In 2012, he joined Panathinaikos appearing in 41 games overall with averages of 10 points and 6 rebounds per contest earning him All-Euroleague First Team honors at the conclusion of his time with them; however, injury prevented him from repeating this success with Fuenlabrada two seasons later.

When they were crowned champions again after narrowly escaping relegation twice beforehand (losing out by 1 point both times).

Andy Panko retired from professional basketball following an injury-plagued 2018 season with Fuerza Regia which left him feeling "frustrated" about not being able to contribute further to his team's cause; nevertheless.

He remains very proud of all that he has accomplished as a player thus far throughout his career including winning 5 titles along the way.

Also Played For: fuerza regia de monterrey

11. Derrick Williams

Career

• High school: La Mirada (La Mirada, California)
• College: Arizona (2009–2011)
• NBA draft 2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2nd overall
• Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Playing career: 2011–present
• 2011–2013: Minnesota Timberwolves
• 2013–2015: Sacramento Kings
• 2015–2016: New York Knicks
• 2016–2017: Miami Heat
• 2017: Cleveland Cavaliers
• 2017–2018: Tianjin Gold Lions
• 2018: Los Angeles Lakers
• 2018–2019: Bayern Munich
• 2019–2020: Fenerbahçe
• 2020–2021: Valencia
• 2021–2022: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2012), Greek League All-Star (2022), Turkish Cup winner (2020), Turkish League All-Star (2020), German League champion (2019), Consensus second-team All-American (2011), Pac-10 Player of the Year (2011), 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (2010, 2011), Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (2010)

Derrick Williams was born in 1991 in Bellflower, California. Williams attended La Mirada High School before going on to play college basketball at Arizona.

Williams was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2011 NBA Draft and has since played for the team. Williams is a powerful forward who is known for his scoring abilities.

Williams has won a number of awards and accolades during his career, including being named the NBA MVP in 2013. Williams is currently with Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League.

Williams is a talented player who is expected to continue his success in the future. Williams is a popular figure in the NBA and is known for his outgoing and friendly personality. 

Derrick Williams is a versatile forward who has played for the Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers in his career.

Williams has been a consistent scorer and rebounder throughout his career and has been a key player for some of the best teams in the NBA. Williams has been a two-time All-Star and a consensus second-team All-American, and he is known for his athleticism and versatility.

 Williams is entering his 10th season in the NBA and is expected to be a key player for one of the league's top teams in the next year or two.

Also Played For: arizona wildcats men's basketball

12. Julian Wright

New Orleans Pelicans

Career

• High school: Homewood-Flossmoor, (Flossmoor, Illinois)
• College: Kansas (2005–2007)
• NBA draft 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall
• Selected by the New Orleans Hornets
• Playing career: 2007–present
• 2007–2010: New Orleans Hornets
• 2010–2011: Toronto Raptors
• 2012: Austin Toros
• 2012–2013: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
• 2013–2014: Krasnye Krylia
• 2014: Panathinaikos
• 2015: Bnei Herzliya
• 2015: Cangrejeros de Santurce
• 2015–2016: Dolomiti Energia Trento
• 2016–2017: Trabzonspor
• 2017–2018: Pallacanestro Reggiana
• 2018–2019: Metropolitans 92
• 2020–2021: Hsinchu JKO Lioneers
• 2021–2022: Taichung Wagor Suns
• All-EuroCup Second Team (2016), NBA D-League champion (2012), Turkish League All-Star (2017), Turkish League All-Star MVP (2017), Israeli League Rebounding Leader (2015), Third-team All-American – NABC (2007), Second-team Parade All-American (2005), McDonald's All-American (2005), Illinois Mr. Basketball (2005)

Wright was drafted 13th overall by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2007 NBA draft. Wright spent three seasons with the Hornets before being traded to the Toronto Raptors in 2010.

Wright has appeared in over 650 games in his career, averaging 10.8 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. Wright signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Mavericks in May of 2017. Wright is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Third Team in 2011.

Wright is a versatile player who can play both forward positions. Wright is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Wright is a popular player among his teammates and fans. Wright is a leader on and off the court and is always looking to help his team win.

A versatile forward who played collegiately at Arizona, Wright has played in the NBA, Europe, and the D-League. He has won several accolades, including an All-EuroCup Second Team selection and a Third-team All-American selection from the NABC. Wright is a versatile player who can play both inside and out.

He has played for several teams across the globe, most notably Maccabi Rishon LeZion, Krasnye Krylia, Panathinaikos, and Trabzonspor. Wright is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.

Also Played For: big 3

13. Mike James

Brooklyn Nets

Career

• High school: Grant (Portland, Oregon)
• College: , Eastern Arizona (2008–2010), Lamar (2010–2012)
• NBA draft: 2012 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2012–present
• 2012: Zagreb
• 2013: Hapoel Galil Elyon
• 2013–2014: Omegna
• 2014: Kolossos Rodou
• 2014–2016: Baskonia
• 2016–2017: Panathinaikos
• 2017: Phoenix Suns
• 2018: New Orleans Pelicans
• 2018: Panathinaikos
• 2018–2019: Olimpia Milano
• 2019–2021: CSKA Moscow
• 2021: Brooklyn Nets
• 2021–present: AS Monaco Basket
• Alphonso Ford Trophy (2019), All-EuroLeague First Team (2022), All-EuroLeague Second Team (2019), Italian Supercup champion (2018), 2x Greek League champion (2017, 2018), Greek Cup winner (2017), Greek League Most Spectacular Player (2017), Greek League Second Team (2017), First-team All-Southland (2012)

Mike James is a professional basketball player who currently plays for AS Monaco of the LNB Pro A league and the EuroLeague. James was born in 1990 in Portland, Oregon and attended Grant High School.

He then played college basketball at Eastern Arizona and Lamar. James was not drafted in the 2012 NBA draft but has since played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks and Chicago Bulls. In 2019, James signed with AS Monaco of the LNB Pro A league and the EuroLeague.

Mike James is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside. He has been a consistent performer for both Panathinaikos and AS Monaco Basket. 

He has won many awards, including the Alphonso Ford Trophy in 2019. He is a noted shooter and passer. He is expected to have a significant impact for the Brooklyn Nets in the upcoming season.

14. Yogi Ferrell

Career

• High school: Park Tudor (Indianapolis, Indiana)
• College: Indiana (2012–2016)
• NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2016–present
• 2016: Brooklyn Nets
• 2016: → Long Island Nets
• 2016–2017: Long Island Nets
• 2017–2018: Dallas Mavericks
• 2018–2020: Sacramento Kings
• 2021: Cleveland Cavaliers
• 2021: Salt Lake City Stars
• 2021: Los Angeles Clippers
• 2021: Panathinaikos
• 2021–present: Cedevita Olimpija
• Slovenian League champion (2022), Slovenian Cup winner (2022), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2017), NBA D-League All-Star (2017), Second-team All-American – SN (2016), Third-team All-American – AP, NABC (2016), 2× First-team All-Big Ten (2015, 2016), Second-team All-Big Ten (2014), Big Ten All-Defensive team (2016), Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2013), McDonald's All-American (2012)

Ferrell was undrafted out of Indiana but was signed by the Brooklyn Nets in 2016. He has played for the Nets, Sacramento Kings, and Dallas Mavericks during his NBA career.

Ferrell is a two-time ABA All-Star and has averaged 14.4 points and 5.4 assists per game in his career. Yogi Ferrell was born in Stinesville, Indiana, in 1993 and attended Park Tudor High School.

Ferrell started his professional career in the 2016–17 season with the Brooklyn Nets. He was traded to the Sacramento Kings in February 2018 and then to the Dallas Mavericks in July 2018. Ferrell signed with the Indiana Pacers in August 2019.

Yogi Ferrell is a member of the United States National Team. He is married and has two children. Ferrell was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft. Ferrell played college basketball at Indiana University. Ferrell is a versatile player who can score in a variety of ways.

Ferrell has been a key player for the Mavericks this season. Ferrell is expected to be a key part of the Mavericks' future. Ferrell is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Ferrell is a young player with a lot of potential. Ferrell is a loyal teammate who is always willing to help out his team.

Also Played For: long island nets, indiana hoosiers men's basketball

15. James Gist

Panathinaikos B.C.

Career

• High school: Our Lady of Good Counsel, (Wheaton, Maryland)
• College: Maryland (2004–2008)
• NBA draft 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 57th overall
• Selected by the San Antonio Spurs
• Playing career: 2008–present
• 2008–2009: Biella
• 2009–2010: Lokomotiv Kuban
• 2010–2011: Partizan
• 2011–2012: Fenerbahçe
• 2012: Málaga
• 2012–2019: Panathinaikos
• 2019–2020: Crvena zvezda
• 2020–2021: Bayern Munich
• 2021–2022: ASVEL
• 2022–present: Bahçeşehir Koleji
• Pro A champion (2022), 5× Greek Basket League champion (2013, 2014, 2017–2019), 6× Greek Basketball Cup winner (2013–2017, 2019), 4× Greek All-Star Game (2013, 2014, 2018, 2019), ABA League champion (2011), Serbian League champion (2011), Serbian Cup winner (2011), Serbian Cup MVP (2011), Spanish League League Slam Dunk Contest winner (2012), Turkish Super League All-Star (2012), Second-team All-ACC (2008), ACC All-Defensive team (2008)

James Gist was born on October 26, 1986 in Adana, Turkey. He attended Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Wheaton, Maryland. After graduating from high school, Gist attended Maryland where he played college basketball for the Terrapins.

Gist was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2008 NBA Draft and began his professional basketball career. He has played for the Spurs, the Utah Jazz, and the Milwaukee Bucks in his career. Gist is currently a power forward / center for the Bahçeşehir Koleji in the Turkish Basketball League.

Gist is also a member of the Turkish national team. He has competed in the NBA, the EuroLeague, and the BSL. 

Gist is a two-time BSL champion and a two-time EuroLeague participant. James Gist was born on March 12, 1992 in the United States. Gist began his professional career in 2008 with Biella of the Italian Lega Basket Serie A.

In 2009, Gist moved to Russia and joined Lokomotiv Kuban. He helped the team to a Pro A championship in his first season. In 2010, Gist joined Partizan and helped the team to a Serbian League championship. 

Gist then signed with Fenerbahçe in 2012 and helped the team to a Turkish League championship. In 2019, Gist signed with Panathinaikos and helped the team to a Greek Basket League championship.

Gist then signed with Bayern Munich for the 2020–21 season. Gist helped Bayern Munich to a German Bundesliga championship in his first season with the team. In 2021, Gist signed with Bahçeşehir Koleji and helped the team to a Turkish League championship.

Also Played For: university of maryland

16. Pierre Jackson

Galatasaray S.K.

Career

• High school: Desert Pines (Las Vegas, Nevada)
• College: , College of Southern Idaho (2009–2011), Baylor (2011–2013)
• NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 42nd overall
• Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
• Playing career: 2013–present
• 2013–2014: Idaho Stampede
• 2014: Fenerbahçe
• 2016: Idaho Stampede
• 2016: Cedevita
• 2016–2017: Texas Legends
• 2016–2017: Dallas Mavericks
• 2017–2018: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2018: Beijing Fly Dragons
• 2019–2020: Shenzhen Leopards
• 2020: South Bay Lakers
• 2020: Panathinaikos B.C.
• 2021: Galatasaray
• 2021: JL Bourg
• 2021–2022: South Bay Lakers
• 2022: Afyon Belediye S.K.
• 2022–present: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
• CBA scoring champion (2019), Israeli League champion (2018), Israeli League Cup winner (2017), Israeli League All-Star (2018), Israeli League All-Star Game MVP (2018), Croatian League champion (2016), Turkish League champion (2014), 2× NBA D-League All-Star (2014, 2017), NIT champion (2013), NIT Most Outstanding Player (2013), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2012), 2× Second-team All-Big 12 (2012, 2013), Big 12 All-Rookie team (2012), NJCAA National Player of the Year (2011), NJCAA first-team All-American (2011), NJCAA Tournament MVP (2011)

Pierre Jackson was born in 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He played collegiately at Baylor and then in the NBA for the Philadelphia 76ers. He is a point guard and has played in China for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers.

He is 31 years old and is 5'11" in height and 176 pounds. Jackson has had a successful career in the NBA, playing for the 76ers and then the Miami Heat. He has won several awards, including an All-Star game selection.

Jackson is currently playing for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers in China. He is a great player and deserves to be in the NBA. Jackson is a great point guard and should be a part of the Philadelphia 76ers' future. Pierre Jackson is a 6-foot-8 power forward who has played in Europe and the NBA.

Jackson has played for the Idaho Stampede, Fenerbahçe, Dallas Mavericks, and Maccabi Tel Aviv in the NBA. Jackson was selected by the Mavericks in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft. Jackson has won two EuroLeague titles with Fenerbahçe. Jackson was named an All-Star in the 2017 NBA season.

Jackson is a member of the Chinese national team. Jackson has been praised for his athleticism and size. Jackson is expected to join the Shenzhen Leopards in the Chinese Basketball Association in 2020. Jackson is a versatile player who can play both power forward and center.

Also Played For: south bay lakers

17. Wesley Johnson

Los Angeles Clippers

Career

• High school: Corsicana (Corsicana, Texas)
• College: , Iowa State (2006–2008), Syracuse (2009–2010)
• NBA draft 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 4th overall
• Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Playing career: 2010–2020
• Position: Small forward
• Number: 4, 2, 11, 33, 24
• 2010–2012: Minnesota Timberwolves
• 2012–2013: Phoenix Suns
• 2013–2015: Los Angeles Lakers
• 2015–2018: Los Angeles Clippers
• 2018–2019: New Orleans Pelicans
• 2019: Washington Wizards
• 2019–2020: Panathinaikos
• Greek League champion (2020), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2011), Consensus first-team All-American (2010), Big East Player of the Year (2010), First-team All-Big East (2010)
• Points: 4,235 (7.0 ppg)
• Rebounds: 1,924 (3.2 rpg)
• Assists: 645 (1.1 apg)

Wesley Johnson was drafted 4th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2010 NBA draft. He spent two seasons at Iowa State before transferring to Syracuse.

He played in the NBA for the Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, and the Los Angeles Clippers. He is now a player development assistant with the Clippers. Wesley Johnson is a 6'7" tall forward who can play both guard positions.

He has average athleticism and is not a very good shooter. Wesley Johnson is known for his hustle and defensive intensity. He is a reliable player who is known for his toughness. Wesley Johnson is a hardworking player who is always trying to improve his skills.

Wesley Johnson is a small forward who has played in the NBA for the past six seasons. Johnson has appeared in over 400 games and has averaged 10.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. 

Johnson was a consensus first-team All-American in 2010 and was also named the Big East Player of the Year.

Johnson is a two-time Greek League champion and has also won an NBA All-Rookie Second Team award. Johnson is currently a member of the Washington Wizards.

Also Played For: syracuse orange men's basketball

18. Demetris Nichols

Syracuse Orange men's basketball

Career

• High school: St. Andrew's School, (Barrington, Rhode Island)
• College: Syracuse (2003–2007)
• NBA draft 2007 / Round: 2 / Pick: 53rd overall
• Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers
• Playing career: 2007–2019
• Position: Small forward / Power forward
• 2007: Cleveland Cavaliers
• 2007–2008: Chicago Bulls
• 2007–2008: →Iowa Energy
• 2009: New York Knicks
• 2009: Iowa Energy
• 2009–2010: BCM Gravelines
• 2010–2011: JA Vichy
• 2011: Cholet Basket
• 2012: Metros de Santiago
• 2012–2013: Sioux Falls Skyforce
• 2013: Capitanes de Arecibo
• 2013–2014: Krasnye Krylia
• 2014–2016: CSKA Moscow
• 2016–2017: Panathinaikos
• 2017–2018: Cedevita Zagreb
• 2018–2019: Sidigas Avellino
• EuroLeague champion (2016), VTB United League champion (2015), Greek League champion (2017), Croatian League champion (2018), Greek Cup winner (2017), Croatian Cup winner (2018), ABA League Supercup winner (2017), NBA Development League All-Star (2013), All-NBA D-League First Team (2013), First-team All-Big East (2007), AP Honorable mention All-American (2007), Third-team Parade All-American (2003)

Nichols was a highly touted small forward prospect out of high school, but didn't pan out at Syracuse. He was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the second round of the 2007 NBA draft.

Nichols spent three seasons with the Knicks before being traded to Chicago in 2009. He spent two seasons with the Bulls before being traded to the Iowa Energy in 2011. Nichols joined the Atlanta Hawks in 2013, but was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in 2015.

He spent one season with Memphis before being waived in 2016. Nichols signed with the Miami Heat in 2017, but was waived in February of the same year. 

He signed with the Utah Jazz in March of 2018, but was waived in May of the same year. Nichols has since retired from professional basketball.

Demetris Nichols is a professional basketball player who has played for several teams in the European and international leagues. In 2016, Nichols won the EuroLeague championship with CSKA Moscow. 

Nichols played college basketball at Iowa Energy where he was a two-time Big Ten All-Star. Nichols has also played for BCM Gravelines, JA Vichy, Sioux Falls Skyforce, Panathinaikos, Cedevita Zagreb, and Sidigas Avellino in the European and international leagues.

Nichols is a strong defender and has averaged over 10 points and 4 rebounds per game in his career. Nichols is a natural leader on the court and is often given the responsibility of setting the tone for his team. Nichols is scheduled to play for Sidigas Avellino in the 2019–2020 season.

19. Marcus Banks

Panathinaikos B.C.

Career

• High school: Cimarron-Memorial, (Las Vegas, Nevada)
• College: , Dixie State (1999–2001), UNLV (2001–2003)
• NBA draft 2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall
• Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies
• Playing career: 2003–2016
• Position: Point guard
• 2003–2006: Boston Celtics
• 2006: Minnesota Timberwolves
• 2006–2008: Phoenix Suns
• 2008–2009: Miami Heat
• 2009–2010: Toronto Raptors
• 2010–2011: New Orleans Hornets
• 2012: Idaho Stampede
• 2012–2013: Panathinaikos Athens
• 2014–2015: SLUC Nancy Basket
• 2016: Champville
• 2016: Al Gharafa
• Greek League champion (2013), Greek Cup winner (2013)

Marcus Banks was drafted 13th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2003 NBA draft. Banks played point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies for six seasons, before being traded to the Toronto Raptors in 2016.

Banks has averaged 10.9 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.0 rebounds per game in his career. In 2016, Banks was named an All-Star for the first time in his career. Banks is a two-time All-NBA Third Team selection.

In 2017, Banks was named the Raptors' Most Improved Player. In 2018, Banks was traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Banks is a native of Las Vegas, Nevada. Banks is married and has two children. Marcus Banks played for the Boston Celtics from 2003-2006 and the Minnesota Timberwolves from 2006-2008.

Marcus Banks then played for the Phoenix Suns from 2006-2008. Marcus Banks then played for the Miami Heat from 2009-2010. Marcus Banks then played for the Toronto Raptors from 2010-2011. 

Marcus Banks then played for the New Orleans Hornets from 2012-2013. Marcus Banks then played for the SLUC Nancy Basket from 2014-2015.

Marcus Banks then played for the Champville from 2016-2017. Marcus Banks then played for the Al Gharafa from 2016-2017. Marcus Banks currently plays for the Greek League champion, the Greek Cup winner, and the EuroLeague champion, the Panathinaikos Athens.

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20. Dimitris Diamantidis

Point guard

Career

• NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 1999–2016
• Position: Guard
• Number: 13
• 1999–2004: Iraklis Thessaloniki
• 2004–2016: Panathinaikos
• As player:, 3× EuroLeague champion (2007, 2009, 2011), EuroLeague MVP (2011), 2× EuroLeague Final Four MVP (2007, 2011), 4× All-EuroLeague First Team (2007, 2011–2013), 6× EuroLeague Best Defender (2005–2009, 2011), 2× EuroLeague assists leader (2011, 2014), EuroLeague 2000–10 All-Decade Team (2010), EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team (2020), EuroLeague Basketball Legend (2016), 2× Triple Crown winner (2007, 2009), 9× Greek League champion (2005–2011, 2013, 2014), 10× Greek Cup winner (2005–2009, 2012–2016), 6× Greek League MVP (2004, 2006–2008, 2011, 2014), 6× Greek League Finals MVP (2006–2009, 2011, 2014), 2× Greek Cup MVP (2009, 2016), 2× Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2009, 2013), 3× Greek League Best Defender (2008, 2009, 2011), 11× All-Greek League Team (2004–2008, 2010–2014, 2016), 5× Greek League assists leader (2006, 2007, 2010, 2011, 2015), Greek League Most Popular Player (2016), Mister Europa Player of The Year (2007), Greek Male Athlete of the Year (2007), All-Europe Player of the Year (2007), 2× Acropolis Tournament MVP (2005, 2006), No. 13 retired by Panathinaikos (2016), Greek Basket League Hall of Fame (2022), , EuroLeague records, , EuroLeague all-time leader in steals, , Professional Greek League career stats leaders, , Greek League all-time leader in steals, , As General Manager:, , Greek League champion (2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), Greek Super Cup winner (2021)
• Points: 2,523 (8.7 ppg)
• Rebounds: 993 (3.4 rpg)
• Assists: 1,270 (4.4 apg)
• Medals, , , Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd, FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0, FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0, FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0, FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 0, Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0, Total: 3: 2: 0, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro: , FIBA Stanković World Cup, : 2006 China: , Mediterranean Games, : 2001 Tunisia: Under-26
• Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd, FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0, FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0, FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0, FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 0, Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0, Total: 3: 2: 0
• Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd
• FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0
• FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0
• FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0
• FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 0
• Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0
• Total: 3: 2: 0
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• EuroBasket
• : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:
• FIBA Stanković World Cup
• : 2006 China:
• Mediterranean Games
• : 2001 Tunisia: Under-26

Dimitris Diamantidis was a guard in the NBA for six seasons, playing for the Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, and Dallas Mavericks.

Diamantidis won three EuroLeague championships with Iraklis Thessaloniki and was named the MVP of the 2007 title game. Diamantidis also played for Panathinaikos in the Greek League and was a three-time All-EuroLeague selection.

Diamantidis was born in Kastoria, Greece, in 1980. Diamantidis is 6'5" and weighs 195 pounds. Dimitris Diamantidis retired from the NBA in 2016. Dimitris Diamantidis is a multiple EuroLeague MVP, EuroLeague Final Four MVP, and All-EuroLeague First Team selection.

Dimitris Diamantidis is a 10-time Greek League champion and 6-time Greek Cup winner. Dimitris Diamantidis was Mister Europa player of the year in 2007. Dimitris Diamantidis is a two-time Greek League assists leader. Dimitris Diamantidis is a 10-time Greek League Top Scorer and two-time Greek Cup Top Scorer.

Dimitris Diamantidis is a two-time Greek League Best Defender. Dimitris Diamantidis is a member of the Greek League All-Decade Team and the Greek League Basketball Legend.

21. Nick Calathes

Point guard

Career

• High school: Lake Howell (Winter Park, Florida)
• College: Florida (2007–2009)
• NBA draft 2009 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45th overall
• Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Playing career: 2009–present
• 2009–2012: Panathinaikos
• 2012–2013: Lokomotiv Kuban
• 2013–2015: Memphis Grizzlies
• 2015–2020: Panathinaikos
• 2020–2022: FC Barcelona
• 2022–present: Fenerbahçe Beko
• EuroLeague champion (2011), 2× All-EuroLeague First Team (2018, 2019), 3× EuroLeague Assists Leader (2018, 2019, 2022), EuroCup champion (2013), EuroCup MVP (2013), EuroCup Assists Leader (2013), All-EuroCup First Team (2013), All-EuroCup Guard of the Year (2013), EuroCup Assist Champion (2013), Spanish League champion (2021), 2× Spanish Cup winner (2021, 2022), 6× Greek League champion (2010, 2011, 2017–2020), 4× Greek Cup winner (2012, 2016, 2017, 2019), 3× Greek League MVP (2017–2019), Greek Cup MVP (2019), 3× All-Greek League Team (2017–2019), 3× Greek League Best Defender (2016–2018), Greek League Most Improved Player (2011), 5× Greek League Assist Champion (2015–2020), 2× Greek League Most Popular Player (2018, 2019), 4× Greek League All-Star (2011, 2018–2020), SEC Rookie of the Year – AP (2008), First-team All-SEC (2009), McDonald's All-American (2007), First-team Parade All-American (2007), 2× Florida Mr. Basketball (2006, 2007)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, EuroBasket, : 2009 Poland:
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• EuroBasket
• : 2009 Poland:

Nick Calathes was born on February 7, 1989 in Casselberry, Florida. Calathes attended high school at Lake Howell in Winter Park, Florida, and played college basketball for Florida from 2007-2009.

Calathes was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2009 NBA draft, and has since played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors in the NBA. In 2017, he signed with Fenerbahçe BC of the Turkish Basketball Super League.

Calathes is a two-time EuroLeague champion (2013, with the Memphis Grizzlies and 2017, with the Toronto Raptors). He has also won a BSL title with Fenerbahçe BC in 2018. 

Calathes has been a regular member of the Greek national team since 2010. He has represented his country at the World Championships (2010, 2014, and 2018), the European Championships (2012, 2016, and 2018), and the Olympic Games (2016).

Calathes is a two-time All-Star (2013, 2017).

22. Fragiskos Alvertis

Career

• NBA draft: 1996 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 1990–2009
• Position: Small forward
• Number: 4
• Coaching career: 2014–2014
• As player:, 5× EuroLeague champion (1996, 2000, 2002, 2007, 2009), 50 Greatest EuroLeague Contributors (2008), FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (1996), 2× Triple Crown winner (2007, 2009), 11× Greek League champion (1998–2001, 2003–2009), 8× Greek Cup winner (1993, 1996, 2003, 2005–2009), Greek League MVP (2003), Greek Cup MVP (2003), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2003), 12× Greek League All-Star (1994 (II), 1996 (I), 1996 (II), 1997, 1998, 2001–2007), Greek League All-Star Game MVP (2001), 3× Greek All-Star Game 3-Point Shootout Champion (1996 I, 1996 II, 1997), Acropolis Tournament MVP (2000), No. 4 retired by Panathinaikos (2009), Greek Basket League Hall of Fame (2022), , As head coach:, , Greek League champion (2014), , As General Manager:, , Greek League champion (2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), Greek Super Cup winner (2021)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship, : 1991 Greece: Under-16, FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship, : 1992 Greece: Under-20
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship
• : 1991 Greece: Under-16
• FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship
• : 1992 Greece: Under-20

Fragiskos Alvertis was a successful small forward in the NBA, playing for Panathinaikos from 1996 to 2009. He was undrafted but had a successful career in the league, averaging 10.5 points per game over his nine seasons.

After retiring as a player, Alvertis became a coach for Panathinaikos in 2014. He lasted just one season before being replaced. Fragiskos Alvertis is a highly successful head coach, having led both Panathinaikos and AEK Athens to multiple championships and accolades.

Alvertis is a three-time EuroLeague champion as a player, and he has also won multiple domestic titles with both Panathinaikos and AEK Athens. Alvertis has a long and successful coaching career, having led Panathinaikos to multiple Greek League titles and the Greek Cup.

Alvertis is also a member of the Greek Basket League Hall of Fame, and he will be enshrined in 2022. Alvertis is a highly respected figure in European basketball, and he is sure to continue his impressive coaching career.

23. Antonis Fotsis

Power forward

Career

• NBA draft 2001 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48th overall
• Selected by the Vancouver Grizzlies
• Playing career: 1996–present
• 1996–1997: Ilysiakos
• 1997–2001: Panathinaikos
• 2001–2002: Memphis Grizzlies
• 2002–2003: Panathinaikos
• 2003–2005: Real Madrid
• 2005–2008: Dynamo Moscow
• 2008–2011: Panathinaikos
• 2011–2013: Olimpia Milano
• 2013–2017: Panathinaikos
• 2017–present: Ilysiakos
• 3× EuroLeague champion (2000, 2009, 2011), 10× Greek League champion (1998–2001, 2003, 2009–2011, 2014, 2017), 6× Greek Cup winner (2003, 2009, 2014–2017), Spanish League champion (2005), ULEB Cup champion (2006), 3× Acropolis Tournament MVP (2002, 2008, 2011), 6× Greek League All-Star (2001, 2003, 2009–2011, 2014), Greek All-Star Game MVP (2011), Italian League All-Star Game (2012), Greek League Best Young Player (2001), 2× Nike Hoop Summit All-World Team (1998, 1999), , EuroLeague records since the 2000–01 season, , Most rebounds in a game
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro: , : 2009 Poland: , FIBA Stanković Cup, : 2006 China: , FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 1998 Bulgaria: U-18 Team
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• EuroBasket
• : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:
• : 2009 Poland:
• FIBA Stanković Cup
• : 2006 China:
• FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
• : 1998 Bulgaria: U-18 Team

Antonis Fotsis is a power forward who has played in the NBA for the Memphis Grizzlies and Vancouver Grizzlies. Fotsis was born in Maroussi, Greece, in 1981.

He was drafted in 2001 by the Vancouver Grizzlies and has since played for Ilysiakos, Panathinaikos, and Memphis Grizzlies. Fotsis is a two-time Greek League champion and has also been a part of the Greek national team.

Fotsis has a BMI of 26 and is in good shape for his age. Antonis Fotsis was born on October 13th, 1987 in Athens, Greece. Fotsis began playing basketball at a young age and quickly became a dominant player in the Greek League.

Fotsis played for Panathinaikos from 2002-2005 and helped the team win 3 EuroLeague Championships. He then signed with Real Madrid and won a Spanish League Championship in 2005. Fotsis then moved to Dynamo Moscow where he won a Russian League Championship in 2008.

In 2011, Fotsis joined Panathinaikos and helped the team win another EuroLeague Championship. In 2013, he moved to Italian club Olimpia Milano and won a Serie A Championship the following year. In 2017, Fotsis rejoined Panathinaikos and helped the team win the Greek League again.

Fotsis currently plays for Ilysiakos in the Greek League.

24. Vassilis Spanoulis

Career

• NBA draft 2004 / Round: 2 / Pick: 50th overall
• Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
• Playing career: 1999–2021
• Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
• Number: 7, 10, 11, 6, 13, 4
• Coaching career: 2021–present
• As player:, FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2013), FIBA Intercontinental Cup MVP (2013), 3× EuroLeague champion (2009, 2012, 2013), EuroLeague MVP (2013), 3× EuroLeague Final Four MVP (2009, 2012, 2013), EuroLeague Finals Top Scorer (2013), 8× All-EuroLeague Team (2006, 2009, 2011–2015, 2018), EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team (2020), EuroLeague 2010–20 Player of the Decade (2020)[1], EuroLeague Legend (2022), Giuseppe Sciacca Award – Vatican's World Athlete of the Year (2013), 2× All-Europe Player of the Year (2012, 2013), Balkan Athlete of the Year (2009), 7× Greek League champion (2006, 2008–2010, 2012, 2015, 2016), 4× Greek Cup winner (2006, 2008, 2009, 2011), 3× Greek League MVP (2009, 2012, 2016), 3× Greek League Finals MVP (2012, 2015, 2016), 10× Greek League Best Five: (2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011–2013, 2015–2017), 10× Greek League All-Star (2005, 2006, 2008–2011, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019), Greek League Best Young Player (2003), Greek League Most Improved Player (2004), 2× Greek League Most Popular Player (2015, 2017), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2018), 5× Greek League assists leader (2005, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2015), Greek Basket League Hall of Fame (2022), 9× Acropolis Tournament champion (2004–2010, 2013, 2015), 2× Acropolis Tournament MVP (2007, 2009), Panhellenic Youth Championship Champion (1999), Panhellenic Youth Championship Top Scorer (1999), Panhellenic Youth Championship MVP (1999), , EuroLeague career stats leaders, , EuroLeague all-time leading scorer, , Professional Greek League career stats leaders, , Professional Greek League all-time leading scorer, Professional Greek League all-time leader in assists
• Points: 4,455 (12.4 ppg)
• Rebounds: 657 (1.8 rpg)
• Assists: 1,607 (4.5 apg)
• Medals, , , Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd, FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0, FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0, FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 1, FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0, Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0, FIBA U-20 European Championship: 1: 0: 0, Albert Schweitzer U-18 Tournament: 0: 1: 0, FIBA U-18 European Championship: 0: 0: 1, Total: 4: 3: 2, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , FIBA World OQT, : 2008 Greece: , EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro: , : 2009 Poland: , Stanković World Cup, : 2006 China: , Mediterranean Games, : 2001 Tunisia: U-26 Team, FIBA U-20 European Championship, : 2002 Lithuania: U-20 Team, Albert Schweitzer U-18 World Tournament, : 2000 Mannheim: Under-18, FIBA U-18 European Championship, : 2000 Croatia: U-18 Team
• Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd, FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0, FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0, FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 1, FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0, Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0, FIBA U-20 European Championship: 1: 0: 0, Albert Schweitzer U-18 Tournament: 0: 1: 0, FIBA U-18 European Championship: 0: 0: 1, Total: 4: 3: 2
• Event: 1st: 2nd: 3rd
• FIBA World Cup: 0: 1: 0
• FIBA World OQT: 1: 0: 0
• FIBA EuroBasket: 1: 0: 1
• FIBA Stanković World Cup: 1: 0: 0
• Mediterranean Games: 0: 1: 0
• FIBA U-20 European Championship: 1: 0: 0
• Albert Schweitzer U-18 Tournament: 0: 1: 0
• FIBA U-18 European Championship: 0: 0: 1
• Total: 4: 3: 2
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• FIBA World OQT
• : 2008 Greece:
• EuroBasket
• : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:
• : 2009 Poland:
• Stanković World Cup
• : 2006 China:
• Mediterranean Games
• : 2001 Tunisia: U-26 Team
• FIBA U-20 European Championship
• : 2002 Lithuania: U-20 Team
• Albert Schweitzer U-18 World Tournament
• : 2000 Mannheim: Under-18
• FIBA U-18 European Championship
• : 2000 Croatia: U-18 Team

Spanoulis was born in Larissa, Greece in 1982. Spanoulis played point guard and shooting guard in the NBA for 10 seasons. Spanoulis was named the Greek Basket League's head coach in 2018.

Spanoulis has a career scoring average of 17.6 points per game. Spanoulis has won two Greek League championships and three Greek Cups. Spanoulis is a member of the Greek national team and was a member of the 2016 Olympic team.

Spanoulis is married and has two children. Spanoulis retired from professional basketball in 2021. Spanoulis is a two-time EuroLeague champion and three-time EuroLeague MVP. Spanoulis is a three-time EuroLeague Final Four MVP and was the 2013 EuroLeague Finals Top Scorer.

Spanoulis helped Olympiacos win the 2017–2018 Greek Basket League championship.

25. Georgios Kalaitzakis

Career

• NBA draft 2021 / Round: 2 / Pick: 60th overall
• Selected by the Indiana Pacers
• Playing career: 2016–present
• 2016–2021: Panathinaikos
• 2019–2020: → Nevėžis Kėdainiai
• 2021: Milwaukee Bucks
• 2021: → Wisconsin Herd
• 2021–2022: Oklahoma City Blue
• 2022: Oklahoma City Thunder
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• 4× Greek League champion (2017–2019, 2021), 4× Greek Cup winner (2016, 2017, 2019, 2021)

Georgios Kalaitzakis was born on January 2, 1999, in Heraklion, Crete. He is listed at 6'7" and 192 lbs, making him a small forward and shooting guard, respectively.

Georgios started playing basketball at an early age and had his first taste of professional basketball in 2016 with Panathinaikos. In 21st century, Georgios is a member of the Indiana Pacers, where he has played for the past two seasons.

Georgios has been featured in several EuroLeague games, most notably against Real Madrid and Barcelona. Georgios is considered a promising young player and is expected to continue his career in the NBA. 

Georgios is a hard worker, and his determination has helped him achieve success in his career so far.

Georgios is a family man, and he is currently in a relationship with a woman named Eleni. Georgios is a friendly person, and he loves to socialize with his friends and family.

26. Nikos Pappas

Shooting guard

Career

• NBA draft: 2012 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2006–present
• 2006–2008: Panellinios
• 2008–2011: Bilbao
• 2008–2009: → Real Madrid B
• 2009–2011: → Kolossos Rodou
• 2011–2012: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2012–2013: Panionios
• 2013–2020: Panathinaikos
• 2020: Hapoel Jerusalem
• 2021: Zielona Góra
• 2021–2022: AEK Athens
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• 5× Greek League champion (2014, 2017–2020), 5× Greek Cup winner (2014–2017, 2019), Greek League Top Scorer (2013), Greek League Best Young Player (2013), Greek League Best Five (2013), 4× Greek League All-Star (2013, 2014, 2018, 2020), Greek League All-Star Game MVP (2014), Albert Schweitzer Tournament MVP (2008)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA Under-19 World Cup, : 2009 New Zealand: Under-19, European U-20 Championship, : 2009 Greece: Under-20, : 2010 Croatia: Under-20, European U-18 Championship, : 2008 Greece: Under-18, : 2007 Spain: Under-18
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA Under-19 World Cup
• : 2009 New Zealand: Under-19
• European U-20 Championship
• : 2009 Greece: Under-20
• : 2010 Croatia: Under-20
• European U-18 Championship
• : 2008 Greece: Under-18
• : 2007 Spain: Under-18

Pappas started his professional basketball career in 2006 with Panellinios. In 2008, he signed with Bilbao and helped the team to win the Spanish League championship.

In 2009, Pappas joined Real Madrid B and helped the team to win the Spanish Cup championship. In 2011, Pappas joined Panathinaikos and helped the team to win the Greek League championship.

In 2012, Pappas was undrafted but signed with the Charlotte Hornets. Pappas spent the 2013–14 season with the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA Development League. Pappas was signed by the Toronto Raptors in 2015 and spent the 2015–16 season with the Raptors.

In 2016, Pappas signed with the Boston Celtics and helped the team to win the NBA championship. Pappas is a three-time EuroLeague champion and a two-time Greek League champion.

27. Deshaun Thomas

Power forward

Career

• High school: Bishop Luers (Fort Wayne, Indiana)
• College: Ohio State (2010–2013)
• NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 58th overall
• Selected by the San Antonio Spurs
• Playing career: 2013–present
• 2013–2014: JSF Nanterre
• 2014–2015: FC Barcelona
• 2015–2016: Austin Spurs
• 2016–2017: Anadolu Efes
• 2017–2018: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2018–2020: Panathinaikos
• 2020–2021: Alvark Tokyo
• 2021–2022: Bayern Munich
• 2022–present: Olimpia Milano
• Greek Basket League champion (2019), Greek Basketball Cup winner (2019), Israeli League champion (2018), Israeli League Cup winner (2017), French Cup winner (2014), Second-team All-American – SN (2013), Third-team All-American – AP, NABC (2013), First-team All-Big Ten (2013), Second-team All-Big Ten (Coaches) (2012), Third-team All-Big Ten (Media) (2012), McDonald's All-American (2010), First-team Parade All-American (2010), Fourth-team Parade All-American (2009), Indiana Mr. Basketball (2010)

Deshaun Thomas was born on August 29, 1991 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Thomas attended Bishop Luers High School and played for the basketball team before attending Ohio State.

Thomas was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2013 NBA draft and has played for them since. Thomas has played in the NBA for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Atlanta Hawks.

Thomas has also played in the EuroLeague for the Olympiacos Piraeus and the Valencia Basket of the Liga ACB. Thomas has a career scoring average of 16.7 points per game. Thomas was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2017.

Thomas was named to the 2018 NBA All-Star Game but did not play due to injury. Thomas is married and has two children. Deshaun Thomas was a prolific scorer in college, averaging 19.8 points and 5.7 rebounds per game as a senior at Georgia Tech.

Thomas was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the fifth overall pick in the 2013 NBA draft and made an immediate impact, averaging 20.9 points and 5.8 rebounds per game in his rookie season. Thomas has since played for the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Orlando Magic, and Miami Heat.

Thomas has won multiple accolades, including an NBA All-Star Game appearance and two Greek League championships with Olympiakos. Thomas is currently a member of the Milan Olimpia team in Italy.

28. Georgios Bogris

Career

• NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2006–present
• 2006–2009: Ilysiakos
• 2009–2011: Panathinaikos
• 2011–2012: Peristeri
• 2012: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2012–2013: Panionios
• 2013–2014: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2014–2015: Andorra
• 2015–2016: Bilbao Basket
• 2016–2017: Canarias
• 2017–2019: Olympiacos
• 2019: Promitheas Patras
• 2019–2021: Canarias
• 2021–2022: AEK Athens
• 2022–present: Apollon Patras
• EuroLeague champion (2011), FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2020), FIBA Champions League champion (2017), BCL Star Lineup Best Team (2017), Greek League All Star (2019), Greek League Most Improved Player (2014)
• Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship, : 2009 Greece: Under-20, FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 2007 Spain: Under-18
• Men's Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship
• : 2009 Greece: Under-20
• FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
• : 2007 Spain: Under-18

Bogris was born in Thespies, Greece in 1989. He played for Ilysiakos and Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League before being drafted by the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies in 2011 without playing a game.

Bogris has since played for Aris Thessaloniki, Panionios, PAOK Thessaloniki, and most recently, AEK Athens in the Greek League. Bogris is a center with a strong rebounding and defensive game. He is a key player for AEK Athens and is often relied upon to provide leadership on the court.

Bogris is a popular player among his fans and is known for his energetic playing style. He is a three-time Greek League champion and was named the Greek Basket League's MVP in 2013. Bogris is a natural leader on and off the court and is often called upon to give speeches at Greek basketball clinics.

Bogris is a versatile player and can play both center and power forward.

29. Kostas Tsartsaris

Power forward

Career

• NBA draft: 2001 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 1997–2013
• Position: Power forward / Center
• Number: 12
• Coaching career: 2014–present
• As player:, 3× EuroLeague champion (2007, 2009, 2011), 2× Triple Crown winner (2007, 2009), 10× Greek League champion (2003–2011, 2013), 8× Greek Cup winner (2003, 2005–2012, 2013), 7× Greek League All-Star (2001, 2002, 2004–2008), Greek League Best Five (2004), Greek League Best Young Player (1999), 3× Greek Cup MVP (2006–2008), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2007), Icelandic Cup winner (1998), , Professional Greek League career stats leaders, , Greek League all-time leader in total rebounds
• Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , FIBA EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:
• Men's Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• FIBA EuroBasket
• : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:

Kostas Tsartsaris is a power forward/center who played professionally in Greece for many years. Tsartsaris was drafted by the Vancouver Grizzlies in the 2001 NBA draft, but he did not sign with the team.

Tsartsaris played for many teams throughout his playing career, most notably Panathinaikos. Tsartsaris has since retired from playing and has become a coach. Tsartsaris has a very successful career as a coach, leading Panathinaikos to two Greek League championships and an appearance in the Euroleague Finals.

Tsartsaris was born in Greece and currently lives there with his family. Tsartsaris has two children. Tsartsaris is a successful coach and has led many teams to championships. 

Kostas Tsartsaris is a Greek professional basketball player who has played for Panathinaikos and Peristeri. Tsartsaris has won several accolades during his basketball career, including three EuroLeague championships with Panathinaikos and two Triple Crowns with Peristeri.

The 6'9" forward also won a Greek League title with Panathinaikos and four Greek Cups with Peristeri. Tsartsaris is a two-time Greek League All-Star and was also named Greek League MVP in 2006 and 2007. 

He also represented Greece in the Olympics and the European Championships. In 2013, Tsartsaris signed with Panathinaikos' youth team and served as an assistant coach for the club's Cadets team. In 2014, he rejoined Peristeri as an assistant coach.

30. Lefteris Mantzoukas

Career

• Playing career: 2017–present
• 2017–2021: Promitheas Patras
• 2021–present: Panathinaikos
• Greek League champion (2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), 2 Greek Super Cup winner (2020, 2021), Greek Youth All Star Game Slam Dunk Champion (2020)

Lefteris Mantzoukas is a 19-year-old small forward who plays for Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League and EuroLeague. Mantzoukas was born in Ioannina, Greece in 2003.

He is of Greek nationality and is listed at 6'9.5" and 220 pounds. Mantzoukas has played for the junior national team and also participated in the 2017 FIBA Europe Under-19 Championship.

Mantzoukas has averaged 13.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in the Greek Basket League this season. Mantzoukas has also played for the Greek national team at the 2017 FIBA Europe Under-19 Championship and at the 2018 FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament.

Mantzoukas is a member of the Greek national team for the 2019 FIBA World Cup. Mantzoukas has been a part of the Greek national team since he was 16 years old. Mantzoukas is a very talented player who has a bright future ahead of him.

31. Ioannis Bourousis

Center

Career

• NBA draft: 2005 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2001–2022
• 2001–2006: AEK Athens
• 2006: FC Barcelona
• 2006–2011: Olympiacos
• 2011–2013: Olimpia Milano
• 2013–2015: Real Madrid
• 2015–2016: Saski Baskonia
• 2016–2017: Panathinaikos
• 2017–2019: Zhejiang Lions
• 2019–2020: Herbalife Gran Canaria
• 2020–2021: Peristeri
• 2021–2022: ASK Karditsa
• EuroLeague champion (2015), 2× All-EuroLeague First Team (2009, 2016), EuroLeague Top Rebounder (2016), Spanish League champion (2015), 2× Spanish Cup winner (2014, 2015), 2× Spanish Supercup winner (2013, 2014), Spanish League MVP (2016), All-Spanish League First Team (2016), 2× Greek League champion (2002, 2017), 3× Greek Cup winner (2010, 2011, 2017), 3× Greek League Best Five (2008, 2009, 2011), Greek League Second Best Five (2017), Greek League Top Rebounder (2007), Greek All-Star MVP (2009), Greek 2nd Division champion (2022)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro: , : 2009 Poland: , European U-20 Championship, : 2002 Lithuania: Under-20
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• EuroBasket
• 2005 Serbia & Montenegro
• 2009 Poland
• European U-20 Championship
• :2002 Lithuania: Under-20

Bourousis was born in Karditsa, Greece, in 1983. Bourousis played collegiately at AEK Athens, where he was a two-time Greek League Champion. Bourousis was undrafted in the 2005 NBA Draft but later signed with FC Barcelona.

Bourousis played for Olympiacos, Real Madrid, and Saski Baskonia in the European League before being acquired by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2015 NBA Trade Deadline. Bourousis has averaged 7.2 points and 4.9 rebounds in his career.

Bourousis was named to the Greek National Team in 2006 and has played in three EuroBaskets. Bourousis announced his retirement from the NBA on September 25, 2016. 

Bourousis is married with three children. Bourousis is currently a ambassador for PROJECT ATHENA, an organization that provides support to children with cancer and their families.

32. Zach Auguste

Career

• High school: , Marlborough, (Marlborough, Massachusetts), New Hampton School, (New Hampton, New Hampshire)
• College: Notre Dame (2012–2016)
• NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2016–present
• 2016–2017: Uşak Sportif
• 2017–2018: Panathinaikos
• 2018–2020: Galatasaray
• 2020–2021: Panathinaikos
• 2021–2022: Cedevita Olimpija
• 2022–present: Frutti Extra Bursaspor
• 2x Greek League champion (2018, 2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), Slovenian Cup winner (2022), Third-team All-ACC (2016)

Zach Auguste is an American center playing in the Turkish League, EuroCup, and Basketbol Süper Ligi. He was born in Massachusetts on July 8, 1993. At 6'10" and 239 pounds, Zach Auguste is a physically imposing player.

He attended high school at Marlborough in Massachusetts and New Hampton School in New Hampshire. Zach Auguste made his professional debut in the Turkish League in 2013 with Kayseri Erciyesspor. He joined Bursaspor in 2016 and has since made over 100 appearances in the league.

Zach Auguste has also played for the United States national team at the Under-18 and Under-20 levels. He made his debut for the senior team in 2016. 

Zach Auguste is a key part of Bursaspor's EuroCup campaign, averaging 14.5 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. His team is currently in the semifinal stage of the competition.

Zach Auguste is currently in the middle of a contract with Bursaspor that runs until 2020. He has stated his intention to stay in Turkey after his contract expires. 

Zach Auguste is a versatile player who is capable of playing both center and power forward positions. He is a strong rebounder and scorer on the low block. Zach Auguste is a hardworking player who is always looking for opportunities to improve his game.

He has a good work ethic and is willing to put in the extra effort in practice. Zach Auguste is a high-energy player who likes to play fast and hard. He is a good passer and a good rebounder.

33. Lazaros Papadopoulos

Career

• NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 1996–2014
• Position: Center
• Number: 6, 12, 14, 8
• 1996–2001: Iraklis
• 2001–2003: Panathinaikos
• 2003–2004: Iraklis
• 2004–2007: Dynamo Moscow
• 2007–2008: Real Madrid
• 2008–2009: Fortitudo Bologna
• 2009–2011: PAOK
• 2011: Khimki
• 2011–2012: Olympiacos
• 2012–2013: PAOK
• 2014: Canarias
• 2× EuroLeague champion (2002, 2012), All-EuroLeague Second Team (2007), EuroCup Champion (2006), 2× Greek League Champion (2003, 2012), Greek Cup Winner (2003), Greek League Best Five (2004), 6× Greek League All-Star (2001–2004, 2010, 2013), VTB United League champion (2011)
• Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , EuroBasket, : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro: , FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 1998 Bulgaria: Under-18
• Men's Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• EuroBasket
• : 2005 Serbia & Montenegro:
• FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
• : 1998 Bulgaria: Under-18

Lazaros Papadopoulos was a professional basketball player who spent his entire playing career with Iraklis, Panathinaikos, Dynamo Moscow, and Real Madrid.

Papadopoulos was a versatile player who was able to play both center and power forward. In 2002, Papadopoulos was not drafted by any NBA teams, but he did sign with the Seattle SuperSonics.

Papadopoulos spent two seasons with the SuperSonics before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. 

After two seasons with the 76ers, Papadopoulos was traded to the Houston Rockets. Papadopoulos spent three seasons with the Rockets before being signed by the Toronto Raptors.

Papadopoulos spent one season with the Raptors before being traded to the Chicago Bulls. Papadopoulos spent one season with the Bulls before being signed by the Brooklyn Nets. Papadopoulos signed with the Nets in the off-season and retired from professional basketball.

34. Sofoklis Schortsanitis

Center

Career

• NBA draft 2003 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34th overall
• Selected by the Los Angeles Clippers
• Playing career: 2000–2020
• Position: Center
• Number: 21, 15, 5, 18, 12, 6, 22
• 2000–2003: Iraklis
• 2003–2004: Cantù
• 2004–2005: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2005–2010: Olympiacos
• 2010–2012: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2012–2013: Panathinaikos
• 2013–2015: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2015: Crvena zvezda
• 2015–2016: PAOK
• 2017–2018: Aries Trikala
• 2019–2020: Ionikos Nikaias
• EuroLeague champion (2014), All-EuroLeague First Team (2011), Greek League champion (2013), 2× Greek Cup winner (2010, 2013), 2× Greek All-Star Game MVP (2006, 2010), 3× Israeli Super League champion (2011, 2012, 2014), 4× Israeli State Cup winner (2011, 2012, 2014, 2015), Albert Schweitzer Tournament MVP (2002), Acropolis Tournament MVP (2010)
• Medals, , Representing  Greece, Men's Basketball, FIBA World Cup, : 2006 Japan: , EuroBasket, : 2009 Poland: , FIBA U19 World Cup, : 2003 Greece: Under-19, FIBA Europe U18 Championship, : 2002 Germany: Under-18, Albert Schweitzer Tournament, : 2002 Germany: Under-18
• Representing  Greece
• Men's Basketball
• FIBA World Cup
• : 2006 Japan:
• EuroBasket
• : 2009 Poland:
• FIBA U19 World Cup
• : 2003 Greece: Under-19
• FIBA Europe U18 Championship
• : 2002 Germany: Under-18
• Albert Schweitzer Tournament
• : 2002 Germany: Under-18

Sofoklis Schortsanitis was born in 1985 in Cameroon. He played for years in Europe, most notably for Iraklis and Cantù. Schortsanitis was drafted by the Clippers in 2003 and played for them until 2020.

He is best known for his time with Olympiacos, where he won championships in 2012 and 2016. Schortsanitis has been a regular member of the Greek national team. He was a member of the Cameroonian national team at the 2014 World Cup.

Sofoklis Schortsanitis is 6'10" and weighs 380 pounds. He is a center and is known for his athleticism and shot-blocking ability. Sofoklis Schortsanitis has retired from professional basketball. Sofoklis Schortsanitis is a versatile player who has played for a variety of teams in Europe and Israel.

He is a two-time EuroLeague champion and two-time Greek League champion. He has also won the Israeli Super League and the Israeli State Cup. He was named to the All-EuroLeague First Team in 2011. 

Schortsanitis is a good defender and has been a key player for several teams throughout his career. He is a versatile player who can play both forward positions. He is a good passer and has good shooting ability. Sofoklis Schortsanitis should be a key player for whichever team he joins next.

35. Kostas Kaimakoglou

Career

• NBA draft: 2005 / Undrafted
• Coaching career: 2021–present
• EuroLeague champion (2011)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Greece, EuroBasket, : 2009 Poland: , FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship, : 2002 Lithuania: Under-20
• Men's basketball
• Representing  Greece
• EuroBasket
• : 2009 Poland:
• FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship
• : 2002 Lithuania: Under-20

Kostas Kaimakoglou is an assistant coach for UNICS Kazan in the VTB United League. Kaimakoglou was born in 1983 in Athens, Greece and played collegiately at Korydallos.

Kaimakoglou was drafted by the NBA but did not play professionally. Kaimakoglou started coaching with Panionios in the Greek Basket League in 2011. He moved to UNICS Kazan in 2017.

Kaimakoglou has led the team to a third-place finish in the VTB United League in his first season with the team. Kaimakoglou is a member of the Greek national team and has played in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics.

He is a two-time gold medalist at the EuroBasket tournament. Kaimakoglou is considered one of the greatest players to never play in the NBA. 

Kostas Kaimakoglou was born in Maroussi, Greece on May 2, 1974. Kostas Kaimakoglou played his first professional basketball game with Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League in 1992.

Kostas Kaimakoglou coached Panathinaikos from 2010 to 2012, leading the team to the EuroLeague championship in 2011. Kostas Kaimakoglou is currently the assistant coach for UNICS Kazan. 

Kostas Kaimakoglou has also played for the Greek national team, most notably at the EuroBasket in 2009 and the FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship in 2002.

Kostas Kaimakoglou is a three-time EuroLeague champion (2011, 2013, 2015) and a two-time Greek League champion (2002, 2006). Kostas Kaimakoglou is a two-time Olympic gold medalist (2004, 2008). 

In 2017, Kostas Kaimakoglou was named the Greek Sportsman of the Year. Kostas Kaimakoglou is married and has two children.

36. Vassilis Xanthopoulos

Point guard

Career

• NBA draft: 2006 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2002–present
• 2002–2004: Near East
• 2004–2005: Panathinaikos
• 2005–2006: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2006–2007: Panathinaikos
• 2007–2009: Panionios
• 2009–2011: Panellinios
• 2011–2012: Panionios
• 2012–2013: Panathinaikos
• 2013–2014: Obradoiro
• 2014–2015: Panionios
• 2015–2017: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2017–2019: AEK Athens
• 2019–2020: Peristeri
• 2020–2022: Kolossos Rodou
• 2022–present: AEK Athens
• FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2019), EuroLeague champion (2007), FIBA Champions League champion (2018), 3× Greek League champion (2005, 2007, 2013), 4× Greek Cup winner (2005, 2007, 2013, 2018)
• Medals, , Men’s Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA Under-21 World Cup, : 2005 Argentina: U-21 Team, FIBA Under-19 World Cup, : 2003 Greece: U-19 Team, FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 2002 Germany: U-18 Team
• Men’s Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA Under-21 World Cup
• : 2005 Argentina: U-21 Team
• FIBA Under-19 World Cup
• : 2003 Greece: U-19 Team
• FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
• : 2002 Germany: U-18 Team

Xanthopoulos was born in 1984 in Maroussi, Athens, Greece. He played college basketball at the University of Texas at Austin before being drafted in the 2006 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers.

He has played for several Greek clubs, most notably AEK Athens and Panathinaikos. He has also played in the NBA for the Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Toronto Raptors. He has won several championships with AEK Athens and Panathinaikos.

Xanthopoulos is a three-time Greek League champion and a two-time EuroLeague champion. He has been named to the EuroLeague All-Star team twice. He has also been named to the Greek national team, where he has competed in the 2006 and 2008 Olympic Games.

Xanthopoulos is currently a free agent and is looking to play in the NBA again.

37. Neoklis Avdalas

Career

• Playing career: 2021–present
• 2021–present: Panathinaikos
• Greek Super Cup winner (2021)

Neoklis Avdalas is a young, talented point guard/shooting guard who is currently playing in the Greek Basket League and the EuroLeague. Avdalas was born in 2006 in Athens, Greece and is currently 16 years old.

Avdalas has a great future ahead of him and is one of the most promising young players in Europe. Neoklis Avdalas is a pure point guard and is very good at passing the ball. He is also a very good shooter, and is capable of scoring in many different ways.

Avdalas is considered to be one of the best young players in Europe, and is likely to play in the NBA someday. Neoklis Avdalas is a very talented player, and is sure to become a superstar in the future. Avdalas is a very good defensive player, and is also a very good team player.

Neoklis Avdalas is a very versatile player, and is capable of playing any position on the court. Neoklis Avdalas is a very exciting player to watch, and is sure to become a household name in the near future.

38. Panagiotis Kalaitzakis

Small forward

Career

• Playing career: 2016–present
• 2016–2018: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2018–2019: Holargos
• 2019–2021: Nevėžis Kėdainiai
• 2021–2022: Lietkabelis
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• Greek League All-Star (2022), Lithuanian LKL Breakthrough (2022)

Panagiotis Kalaitzakis is a 24-year-old shooting guard from Greece who has played for Panathinaikos and in the EuroLeague. Kalaitzakis is a versatile player who can play either shooting guard or small forward.

Kalaitzakis is a high-energy player who plays with a lot of intensity. Kalaitzakis is a good rebounder and passer. Kalaitzakis has a good shot and can score from anywhere on the court. Kalaitzakis has a good work ethic and is always looking to improve his game.

Kalaitzakis is a natural leader who is always looking to help his team win. Kalaitzakis is a good defender who can shut down opposing scorers. Kalaitzakis is a key member of the Greek national team and is expected to lead his country to success at the 2022 FIBA World Cup.

Kalaitzakis is a versatile player, able to play both as a forward and as a defender. Kalaitzakis has been with Panathinaikos since the start of the 2020-21 season. Kalaitzakis has had a good career so far, playing for Aris Thessaloniki, Holargos, Nevėžis Kėdainiai, and Panathinaikos.

Kalaitzakis has been a part of the Greek national team since the age of 17, and has won a number of awards, including an All-Star selection with Panathinaikos in the Greek League.

Kalaitzakis is a hard worker on the pitch, and is known for his decisive scoring ability. Kalaitzakis is a versatile player, able to play both offensively and defensively, making him a valuable asset to any team.

Kalaitzakis is a good team player, and is known for his willingness to sacrificially help his team win. Kalaitzakis has a bright future ahead of him, and is sure to continue to make a significant contribution to the game of football.

39. Michael Batiste

Power forward

Career

• High school: Wilson (Long Beach, California)
• College: , Long Beach CC (1995–1996), Arizona State (1996–1999)
• NBA draft: 1999 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2000–2014
• Position: Center / Power forward
• Number: 8, 24
• Coaching career: 2014–present
• As player, 3× EuroLeague champion (2007, 2009, 2011), EuroLeague Finals Top Scorer (2011), All-EuroLeague First Team (2011), All-EuroLeague Second Team (2012), 9× Greek League champion (2004–2011, 2014), 7× Greek Cup winner (2005–2009, 2012, 2014), Greek League MVP (2010), Greek League Finals MVP (2010), 5× Greek League Best Five (2007, 2009, 2010–2012), 6× Greek League All-Star (2005, 2006, 2008–2011), Turkish Cup winner (2013), First-team All-Pac-10 (1999)

Michael Batiste is an assistant coach for the Houston Rockets. Batiste played in the NBA for 10 seasons, including for the Atlanta Hawks, the New Orleans Hornets, and the Milwaukee Bucks.

He was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 1999 NBA draft but never played for them. Batiste played for the Atlanta Hawks, the New Orleans Hornets, and the Milwaukee Bucks. He has also played for the Indiana Pacers, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Los Angeles Clippers.

Batiste is currently an assistant coach for the Houston Rockets. He was born in Inglewood, California in 1977. Batiste has a wife and two children. He has been a coach since 2014. 

Michael Batiste is a French-American basketball coach and player who has had a successful coaching career, most recently with the Houston Rockets.

Batiste, who was born in France in 1984, played in the EuroLeague for two different teams, Spirou Charleroi and Lauretana Biella, before becoming a coach. 

Batiste was assistant coach with the Canton Charge in the NBA Development League before being hired by the Brooklyn Nets in 2014. 

He spent two seasons with the Nets before moving to the Charlotte Hornets for the 2017-2018 season. Batiste was then appointed assistant coach with the Houston Rockets, where he has remained since.

40. Nate Wolters

Career

• High school: St. Cloud Tech, (St. Cloud, Minnesota)
• College: South Dakota State (2009–2013)
• NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
• Selected by the Washington Wizards
• Playing career: 2013–present
• 2013–2015: Milwaukee Bucks
• 2015: New Orleans Pelicans
• 2015: Grand Rapids Drive
• 2015–2016: Beşiktaş
• 2016–2017: Crvena zvezda
• 2017: Utah Jazz
• 2017: →Salt Lake City Stars
• 2018: Élan Chalon
• 2018–2019: Žalgiris Kaunas
• 2019–2020: Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2020–2021: UNICS Kazan
• 2021–2022: Crvena zvezda
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos
• Lithuanian League champion (2019), 2× ABA League champion (2017, 2022), Serbian League champion (2017), 2× Serbian Cup winner (2017, 2022), Serbian Cup MVP (2022), Greek League All-Star (2022), Third-team All-American – AP (2013), Honorable mention All-American – AP (2012), Summit League Player of the Year (2013), 3× First-team All-Summit League (2011–2013), 2× Summit League tournament MVP (2012, 2013)

Nate Wolters was drafted by the Washington Wizards in 2013 and has since played for several teams in the NBA. He is currently a point guard for Panathinaikos.

Wolters was born in St. Cloud, Minnesota and attended high school at St. Cloud Tech. He played college basketball for South Dakota State and was drafted by the Wizards in 2013.

Wolters is known for his athleticism and shooting ability. He has averaged 7.5 points, 3.9 assists, and 2.5 rebounds per game in the NBA. Wolters was part of the United States team that competed in the 2016 Olympic Games.

He averaged 8.2 points, 3.2 assists, and 2.4 rebounds per game in the tournament. Wolters is married and has two children. Wolters is a 6'10" center who has played in the NBA for the Milwaukee Bucks and New Orleans Pelicans.

Wolters has won championships in the Serbian League and Serbian Cup. Wolters has a long and successful basketball career. Wolters is a big center who is capable of scoring in a variety of ways. Wolters is a very good defender who can block shots and rebound.

Wolters is in his seventh season in the NBA, and he is still playing at a high level. Wolters is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside. Wolters is a very good team player who is always willing to contribute. Wolters is a very good player who is destined for more success in the NBA.

41. D. J. Cooper

Career

• High school: Hales Franciscan, (Chicago, Illinois), Seton Academy, (South Holland, Illinois)
• College: Ohio (2009–2013)
• NBA draft: 2013 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2013–present
• 2013–2014: PAOK
• 2014–2015: Enisey
• 2015: Panathinaikos
• 2015: Krasny Oktyabr
• 2015–2016: AEK Athens
• 2016: Monaco
• 2016–2017: Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez
• 2017: BCM Gravelines
• 2017–2018: Monaco
• 2020: Élan Chalon
• 2020–2021: Dorados de Chihuahua
• 2021–2022: Dnipro
• 2022–present: Ironi Ness Ziona
• French League MVP (2017), French League assists leader (2017), French League All-Star (2017), French League Cup MVP (2018), 2× French League Cup winner (2016, 2018), Greek League assists leader (2014), Greek League Best Five (2014), VTB United League assists leader (2015), AP honorable mention All-American (2013), MAC Player of the Year (2013), 3× First-team All-MAC (2011–2013), MAC tournament MVP (2012), MAC Freshman of the Year (2010)

D. J. Cooper is an American point guard who has played in the Israeli Basketball Premier League for Ironi Ness Ziona. Cooper was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1990.

After playing high school basketball at Hales Franciscan in Chicago, Cooper attended Seton Academy in South Holland, Illinois. Cooper then played college basketball at Ohio, where he helped the Buckeyes to a Big Ten championship in 2013.

Cooper was not selected in the 2013 NBA draft but he has since played for several clubs in Europe. Cooper is currently playing with Ironi Ness Ziona in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. 

D. J. Cooper is a French professional basketball player who currently plays for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Premier League.

Cooper was born in France in 1995 and began playing basketball at an early age. He played college basketball at PAOK of the Greek League, where he was named MVP and led the team to the Greek League Championship in his final season. 

Cooper then signed with Enisey of the Russian Super League, where he played for two seasons before joining Panathinaikos in 2015. In his first season with Panathinaikos, he helped the team to the Greek Cup Championship, and in his second season he helped the team to the EuroLeague Playoffs. 

Cooper then signed with Krasny Oktyabr of the Ukrainian SuperLeague, where he played for two seasons before joining AEK Athens in 2016. In his first season with AEK Athens, he helped the team to the Greek Cup Championship, and in his second season he helped the team to the EuroLeague Playoffs.

Cooper then signed with Monaco of the French Ligue 1 in 2016, and in his first season he helped the team to the French League Championship. 

Cooper then signed with Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez of the French Ligue 2 in 2017, and in his first season with Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez he helped the team to the French League Cup Championship.

42. Shelvin Mack

Point guard

Career

• High school: Bryan Station (Lexington, Kentucky)
• College: Butler (2008–2011)
• NBA draft 2011 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34th overall
• Selected by the Washington Wizards
• Playing career: 2011–present
• 2011–2013: Washington Wizards
• 2012: →Maine Red Claws
• 2013: Philadelphia 76ers
• 2013: →Maine Red Claws
• 2013–2016: Atlanta Hawks
• 2016–2017: Utah Jazz
• 2017–2018: Orlando Magic
• 2018–2019: Memphis Grizzlies
• 2019: Charlotte Hornets
• 2019–2020: Olimpia Milano
• 2020: Hapoel Jeruslaem
• 2020–2021: Panathinaikos
• Greek League champion (2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), Israeli State Cup winner (2020), NBA Development League All-Star (2013), First-team All-Horizon League (2010), Second-team All-Horizon League (2011), Horizon League All-Newcomer Team (2009)
• Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, U-19 World Championship, : 2009 Auckland: Team
• Men's basketball
• Representing the  United States
• U-19 World Championship
• : 2009 Auckland: Team

Mack was drafted 34th overall by the Washington Wizards in the 2011 NBA draft. Mack played three seasons with the Wizards before signing with the Maine Red Claws in 2013.

Mack has since played for the Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, and Utah Jazz. Mack is a two-time All-Star and has led his teams to the playoffs on multiple occasions.

Mack is one of the most versatile players in the league and is capable of playing both guard positions. In 2019, Mack signed with the Atlanta Hawks. Mack is a key member of the team and is expected to help them reach the playoffs this season.

Mack is a hard-nosed player who is not afraid to get physical. He is a popular player with his fans and is known for his high level of play. 

Mack was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2013 NBA draft. Mack spent his first four years with the 76ers before being traded to the Maine Red Claws in the 2016 NBA draft.

Mack signed with the Atlanta Hawks in the 2016 offseason, but was traded to the Utah Jazz in the 2017 offseason. 

Mack signed with the Orlando Magic in the 2017 offseason, but was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2018 offseason. Mack signed with the Charlotte Hornets in the 2018 offseason, but was traded to the Olimpia Milano in the 2019 offseason.

Mack signed with the Jerusalem in the 2019 offseason, but was traded to the Panathinaikos in the 2020 offseason. Mack has won two Greek League championships and one Israeli State Cup with the 76ers, Hawks, Magic, and Grizzlies, respectively. 

Mack is a two-time NBA Development League All-Star and a first-team All-Horizon League selection. Mack is an upcoming free agent and is expected to sign with an NBA team in the near future.

43. Derwin Kitchen

Career

• High school: Raines (Jacksonville, Florida)
• College: , Iowa Western CC (2007–2008), Florida State (2008–2011)
• NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2011–present
• 2011–2012: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
• 2012: Panathinaikos
• 2012–2013: → Cedevita
• 2013–2015: Hapoel Jerusalem
• 2015: SLUC Nancy
• 2015–2016: Trabzonspor
• 2016–2017: Ironi Nahariya
• 2017–2018: Hapoel Eilat
• 2019: Defensor Sporting
• Israeli League champion (2015), All-Israeli League First Team (2012)

Derwin Kitchen is a veteran point guard and shooting guard who has experience playing in both the NBA and Israeli basketball leagues. Kitchen started his career at Iowa Western CC before transferring to Florida State.

He was drafted by the Utah Jazz in the second round of the 2011 NBA draft and played for them for four seasons. In 2015, he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers and played for them for two seasons. He then spent a season with the Dallas Mavericks before joining the Hapoel Eilat team in March 2018.

Kitchen has a reputation as a good defender and is known for his clutch play. He has been a regular member of the American national team and has played in several international tournaments.

 Kitchen is married and has two children. Kitchen was drafted in the 2011 NBA draft but was undrafted. Kitchen played for Maccabi Rishon LeZion in the Israeli League before moving to Panathinaikos in 2012.

He then played for Cedevita in 2013, before joining Hapoel Jerusalem in 2015. He then signed with SLUC Nancy in 2015 and played for them until 2016. He then signed with Trabzonspor in 2016 and played for them until 2017. He then signed with Ironi Nahariya in 2017 and played for them until 2018. 

He then signed with Hapoel Eilat in 2019. Kitchen has played for the Israeli national team and has won a gold medal at the 2017 FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship. Kitchen is a 6'7" forward and has a shooting percentage of .526.

44. Andrew Andrews

Career

• High school: Benson Polytechnic, (Portland, Oregon)
• College: Washington (2012–2016)
• NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2016–present
• 2016–2017: Best Balıkesir
• 2017–2018: Delaware 87ers
• 2018–2019: VEF Rīga
• 2019: Hapoel Afula
• 2019: Büyükçekmece
• 2020: Maccabi Haifa
• 2020–2021: Darüşşafaka Tekfen
• 2021–2022: Frutti Extra Bursaspor
• 2022–present: Panathinaikos

Andrews was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. He played high school basketball at Benson Polytechnic in Portland. Andrews played college basketball at the University of Oregon.

After college, Andrews played in the Greek Basket League, the EuroLeague, and the NBA Development League. Andrews is currently a shooting guard and point guard for Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League and the EuroLeague.

Andrews is a two-time Greek Basket League Defensive Player of the Year and a two-time EuroLeague All-Star. Andrews is a member of the United States national team. Andrews has announced his retirement from professional basketball.

Andrews is married and has two children. Andrews played college basketball for Washington from 2012-2016. He was undrafted in the 2016 NBA draft but has since played for various clubs in Europe. Andrews is currently playing for Panathinaikos in the Greek League.

Andrews has averaged 8.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.2 assists over his career. Andrews played for the US national team at the 2016 Summer Olympics. Andrews is a player with a very versatile skill set, able to play both inside and out. Andrews is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.

Andrews is a highly touted prospect who looks to have a long and successful career. Andrews is a talented player who is sure to have a positive impact on whichever team he plays for.

45. Marcus Denmon

Point guard

Career

• High school: Hogan Preparatory Academy, (Kansas City, Missouri)
• College: Missouri (2008–2012)
• NBA draft 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 59th overall
• Selected by the San Antonio Spurs
• Playing career: 2012–present
• 2012–2013: Élan Chalon
• 2013–2014: Tofaş
• 2014–2015: New Basket Brindisi
• 2015–2016: İstanbul BB
• 2016–2017: Gaziantep Basketbol
• 2017–2018: Panathinaikos
• 2018–2020: Zhejiang Golden Bulls
• 2020–2021: Shanghai Sharks
• 2022: Beijing Royal Fighters
• 2022: Petkim Spor
• 2022–present: Peristeri
• Greek Basket League champion (2018), Greek League All-Star (2022), NBL China scoring champion (2016), Consensus second-team All-American (2012), 2x First-team All-Big 12 (2011, 2012)

Marcus Denmon is a shooting guard for the Greek Basket League's Peristeri. Denmon was born in 1990 in Kansas City, Missouri. Denmon attended Hogan Preparatory Academy in Kansas City, and played college basketball at Missouri from 2008 to 2012.

Denmon was drafted 59th overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2012 NBA draft. Denmon has played in Greece for the past two seasons with Peristeri. Denmon is a solid shooter with good range and ball handling abilities. Denmon is a physical defender with a good motor.

Denmon is a hard worker who is constantly looking to improve his game. Denmon is currently a member of the San Antonio Spurs. 

Marcus Denmon is a 6'8" forward/center who played college basketball at Texas. Denmon was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in the second round of the 2012 NBA draft.

He has played in the NBA for the Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, and the Toronto Raptors. Denmon has also played in the EuroLeague for Panathinaikos, and in the Turkish League for Tofaş. 

Denmon was named to the All-NBA Third Team in 2018. Denmon has been a member of the Greek national team, and he has also played in the Olympics and the World Championships.

Denmon is a father of three children. Denmon is a devout Christian. Denmon is a citizen of the United States.

46. Ramel Curry

Point guard

Career

• High school: Martin Van Buren, (Queens Village, New York)
• College: Fresno CC (1998–2000), Cal State Bakersfield (2000–2002)
• NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2002–present
• 2002: Kern County Vipers
• 2003–2004: Tijuana Diablos
• 2004–2005: Long Beach Jam
• 2005: Columbus Riverdragons
• 2005: Cocodrilos de Caracas
• 2005–2006: Austin Toros
• 2006: Constituyentes de San Cristobal
• 2006–2007: Scandone Avellino
• 2007–2008: Hapoel Jerusalem
• 2008–2009: Scavolini Pesaro
• 2009: Erdemirspor
• 2010–2011: Azovmash
• 2011–2013: Donetsk
• 2013–2014: Panathinaikos
• 2014–2015: Limoges CSP
• 2015: Virtus Roma
• 2015–2018: Al Mouttahed Tripoli
• 2019–present: Sagesse Club
• 2× Ukrainian League MVP (2011–2012), VTB United League MVP (2011), EuroCup Top Scorer (2012), All-EuroCup Second Team (2012), Greek Cup MVP (2014), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2014)

Ramel Curry played point guard and shooting guard in the NBA for the 2002–present. Curry was undrafted and played with the Kern County Vipers in 2002. He then played for the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors before signing with the Austin Toros in 2006.

He played six seasons with the Toros before signing with the New Orleans Hornets in 2012. He then played for the Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Charlotte Hornets before retiring in 2018. 

Curry has two children and lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Curry had a successful career in Europe, playing for several teams including Donbass Donetsk, Panathinaikos, and Virtus Roma.

Curry was a versatile player, capable of playing both as a forward and as a midfielder. Curry was known for his powerful shots and hisattacking play. 

Curry was a regular member of the Ukrainian national team, and he played in several international tournaments. Curry retired from professional football in 2018, after playing for Al Mouttahed Tripoli in the UAE.

47. Ioannis Papapetrou

Career

• High school: Florida Air Academy, (Melbourne, Florida)
• College: Texas (2012–2013)
• NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2013–present
• 2013–2018: Olympiacos
• 2018–2022: Panathinaikos
• 2022–present: Partizan
• 5× Greek League champion (2015, 2016, 2019–2021), 2x Greek Cup winner (2019, 2021), Greek Super Cup winner (2021), Greek League MVP (2021), Greek Cup MVP (2021), Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer (2021), 2x Greek League Best Five (2019, 2021), Greek League Best Young Player (2016)

Ioannis Papapetrou is a 28-year-old small forward from Greece. He played college basketball at Texas before joining the Serbian League's Partizan Mozzart Bet in 2017.

Papapetrou has had a successful career in Europe, playing in the ABA League, EuroLeague, and the Basketball League of Serbia. Papapetrou is known for his strong defense, and is a key player for Partizan Mozzart Bet.

Papapetrou is a natural scorer, and is a key part of Partizan Mozzart Bet's offense. Papapetrou is a member of the Greek national team, and has played in several international competitions. 

Papapetrou is expected to play an important role for Partizan Mozzart Bet in the Serbian League and international competitions in the future.

Ioannis Papapetrou was born on July 9, 1997 in Athens, Greece. He is a forward who played for Olympiacos and Panathinaikos in the Greek League and the EuroLeague. Papapetrou was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the 2018 NBA draft but was not signed. 

He is currently a player with Partizan. Papapetrou has won championships with Olympiacos and Panathinaikos and was named the Greek League MVP in 2021.

He has also been named to the Greek Cup All-Star team and the Greek League Best Five team. Papapetrou has represented Greece at the EuroBasket tournament. He is a naturalized citizen of the United States. Papapetrou is a student at the University of Kansas.

48. Leonidas Kaselakis

Small forward

Career

• NBA draft: 2012 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2008–present
• 2008–2012: Ilysiakos
• 2012–2014: PAOK Thessaloniki
• 2014–2015: AEK Athens
• 2015–2016: Nea Kifissia
• 2016–2018: Astana
• 2018–2020: Promitheas Patras
• 2020–2022: Panathinaikos
• 2022–present: Peristeri
• Greek League Most Improved Player (2016), Greek League champion (2021), Greek Cup winner (2021), 2× Kazakhstan League champion (2017, 2018), 2× Kazakhstan Cup winner (2017, 2018), Greek Super Cup winner (2021)
• Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Greece, FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship, : 2009 Greece: U-20 Team, : 2010 Croatia: U-20 Team, FIBA Under-19 World Cup, : 2009 New Zealand: U-19 Team, FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 2008 Greece: U-18 Team, Albert Schweitzer Tournament, : 2008 Germany: U-18 Team
• Men's Basketball
• Representing  Greece
• FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship
• : 2009 Greece: U-20 Team
• : 2010 Croatia: U-20 Team
• FIBA Under-19 World Cup
• : 2009 New Zealand: U-19 Team
• FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
• : 2008 Greece: U-18 Team
• Albert Schweitzer Tournament
• : 2008 Germany: U-18 Team

Leonidas Kaselakis is a Greek small forward who has been playing in the Greek Basket League for several seasons. Kaselakis was drafted in the 2012 NBA draft but did not sign with an NBA team.

He instead played in the Greek Basket League for several seasons. Kaselakis has played for several teams in the Greek Basket League, most recently AEK Athens. Kaselakis is a natural power forward who is very athletic.

Kaselakis is expected to play with Astana in the upcoming season. Leonidas Kaselakis is a professional basketball player who has represented Greece at international level. Kaselakis has played for several Greek clubs, most notably Peristeri and Panathinaikos.

He has also played for various clubs in Kazakhstan, including Astana and Tsmoki-Minsk. Kaselakis was named the Greek League Most Improved Player in 2016. 

He has won several awards, including two Greek League championships and a Greek Cup. Kaselakis is currently a player for Peristeri.

49. Vassilis Kavvadas

Career

• NBA draft: 2013 / Undrafted
• Playing career: 2010–present
• 2010–2013: Panionios
• 2013–2016: Olympiacos
• 2015–2016: → Arkadikos
• 2016–2017: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2017–2019: AEK Athens
• 2019–2021: Iraklis Thessaloniki
• 2021–2022: Panathinaikos
• 2022–present: Aris Thessaloniki
• FIBA Champions League champion (2018), FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2019), Greek League champion (2015), Greek Cup winner (2018), Greek Super Cup winner (2021), Greek League blocks leader (2016), 4× Greek League All-Star (2013, 2014, 2018, 2020)

Vassilis Kavvadas was born on December 28, 1991 in Athens, Greece. Kavvadas played for Panionios in the Greek Basket League from 2010-2013 and then Olympiacos from 2013-2016.

Kavvadas averaged 11.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game in his career. Kavvadas was not drafted in the 2013 NBA Draft but signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves as an undrafted free agent.

Kavvadas is currently playing for the Memphis Grizzlies. Vassilis Kavvadas is a Greek basketball player who has played for Aris Thessaloniki in the Greek League and the Greek Cup. 

Kavvadas has also played for the Greek national team, and has won a championship with Aris Thessaloniki and a cup with the national team.

Kavvadas was born on May 27, 1992, in Athens, Greece. He started playing basketball at the age of 10, and started his professional career in the Greek League with Aris Thessaloniki in 2011. 

He has appeared in 212 Greek League games, scoring 1,146 points and grabbing 626 rebounds. Kavvadas has also played in the Greek Cup and the Greek League playoffs, and has averaged 12.3 points and 8.8 rebounds per game in these competitions.

Kavvadas has also played in the Greek Super Cup, the FIBA Champions League, and the EuroCup. He has won a championship with Aris Thessaloniki in 2017, and a cup with the national team in 2018. 

Kavvadas has been a part of the Greek national team since 2012, and has appeared in 61 games, scoring 398 points and grabbing 217 rebounds.

50. Lefteris Bochoridis

Point guard

Career

• Playing career: 2010–present
• 2010–2014: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2014–2017: Panathinaikos
• 2017–2020: Aris Thessaloniki
• 2020–present: Panathinaikos
• 2x Greek League champion (2017, 2021), 4× Greek Cup winner (2015–2017, 2021), 3× Greek League All Star (2018–2020), Greek Super Cup winner (2021)

Lefteris Bochoridis is a professional Greek basketball player who currently plays for Panathinaikos in the Greek Basket League, EuroLeague, and the Greek Cup.

Bochoridis was born on April 18, 1994 in Thessaloniki, Greece. Bochoridis played youth basketball for Olympiacos and then joined Panathinaikos in 2010. In 2012, Bochoridis was named the Greek League's Most Valuable Player.

In 2013, Bochoridis joined the Greek national team and played at the 2013 European Championship. In 2014, Bochoridis signed with the Italian team Spal. In 2015, Bochoridis rejoined Panathinaikos. In 2017, Bochoridis was named the Greek League's Most Valuable Player for a second time.

Bochoridis is a two-time EuroLeague champion (2015 and 2017). Lefteris Bochoridis is a Greek professional basketball player who currently plays for Panathinaikos. 

Bochoridis started his career with Aris Thessaloniki in 2010. He led the team to two Greek League championships and a Greek Cup victory in his four seasons with the club.

In 2017, Bochoridis signed with Panathinaikos. He has since led the team to three Greek League championships and two Greek Cups victories. He has also won the Greek Super Cup in 2017. Bochoridis is a two-time Greek All Star and a three-time Greek League champion.

Final Words

Panathinaikos B.C., commonly referred to as Panathinaikos, is one of the most successful basketball clubs in Greece. The club was founded in 1924 and has won a total of thirty-seven Greek League championships, including a record twenty-one in a row from 1974 to 1983.

The club has also won the Greek Cup twice, in 1955 and 1986. The club has also appeared in the European Champions Cup four times, most recently in 2006. The club’s best players include Nikos Galis, Giorgos Printezis, Kostas Papanikolaou, and Kostas Sloukas.