College Basketball Players from Partizan and Zvezda Make Top 25 NCAA Legends!
Did you know that THREE former players from Partizan and Crvena zvezda made it to the elite list of the 25 best NCAA players of the last 25 years? Yes, you read that right! The American portal “Athletic” compiled a list of the best college players, and our guys stood shoulder to shoulder with NBA superstars!
Who are these heroes?
At number one is, of course, Carmelo Anthony, the Syracuse legend, but right behind him at 14th place is Šabaz Najpir, a former Crvena zvezda point guard who won two NCAA championships with UConn. His stats? 143 games, 13.7 points, 4 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game, with an impressive shooting percentage of 41.1% and 37.5% from three.
At 15th place is Adam Morrison, another former Zvezda player who dominated the college scene with Gonzaga. Averaging 19.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2 assists per game, Morrison was a beast on the court. His legendary 41-point performance against Michigan State at the prestigious Maui tournament remains one of the best in history.
But wait, there’s also Frank Kaminski, a former Partizan center who revolutionized Wisconsin basketball. With averages of 10.1 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, Kaminski was the key player leading Wisconsin to consecutive Final Four appearances. His transformation from a clumsy beginner to a dominant center is a true sports fairy tale.
What does this mean for Serbian basketball?
Is this proof that our clubs are not just local giants but that their players can compete with the best on the world stage? Absolutely! Having three players from this region in the top 25 NCAA players of the last 25 years is an impressive testament to the quality and talent developing in Serbia.
Zvezda and Partizan – Cradles of Talent
Although these players achieved their greatest successes in America, their connection to Belgrade clubs is undeniable. Šabaz Najpir and Adam Morrison played for Crvena zvezda, while Frank Kaminski was part of Partizan. Their stories inspire all young athletes dreaming of big achievements.
Conclusion
Being at the top of NCAA basketball is tough, and staying remembered as one of the best in the last 25 years is even tougher. Our guys did it! Next time you watch a Partizan or Zvezda game, remember these clubs produced players who fought and won at the biggest college tournaments in America.
So, dear readers, what do you think? Will the next big NCAA champion come from Serbia? Or maybe we already have future NBA stars just waiting for their moment? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, or just crack a good basketball joke — you know we love some fun while talking sports! 😉
