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Sasa Obradovic names two most skilled players he has worked with

AS Monaco head coach Sasa Obradovic, a former player with an illustrious basketball career, recently revealed the two most skilled players he has ever played with and coached. In a tweet from AS Monaco, Obradovic named Sasa Djordjevic, his former Yugoslav teammate, as the most skilled player he ever played with, and Mike James, a current star for Monaco, as the most skilled player he has coached.

As a player, Obradovic enjoyed tremendous success on the European stage. He won numerous titles and accolades, including a EuroLeague championship in 1992 and three FIBA Korac Cup titles. Obradovic was also a key figure in Yugoslavia’s national team, winning three EuroBasket gold medals and an Olympic silver medal in 1996. His extensive career and experience make his opinions on player skill highly respected in the basketball world.

Djordjevic, who enjoyed a long career in Europe, was known for his clutch performances and leadership. He was a EuroLeague champion, three-time FIBA Korac Cup champion, and a multiple-time Spanish League champion. Djordjevic’s career was filled with individual accolades as well, including being named the EuroBasket MVP in 1997.

In addition to his success in club basketball, Djordjevic was a key player for the Yugoslav national team, leading them to numerous international titles. His ability to elevate his game on the biggest stages made him one of the most revered players of his generation. Obradovic’s selection of Djordjevic as the most skilled player he played with speaks to his respect for his former teammate’s talents.

On the coaching side, Obradovic named James as the most skilled player he has worked with during his time on the sidelines. James, who currently plays for AS Monaco, has solidified himself as one of Europe’s premier players in recent years. Obradovic’s high praise for James is backed by the player’s impressive list of accomplishments.

James recently became the fastest player in EuroLeague history to reach 4,000 career points, doing so in just 248 games. In the 2023-24 season, he continued to build on his legacy by leading Monaco to a historic season, which included a record number of wins for the club. James averaged 17.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game that season, earning him the EuroLeague MVP award.

James’ ability to score at will and create plays for his teammates has earned him multiple accolades throughout his career. In addition to his EuroLeague MVP title, James has won the Alphonso Ford EuroLeague Top Scorer Trophy, two All-EuroLeague First Team selections, and numerous domestic league titles across Europe.

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