Luka Doncic, the 24-year-old Dallas Mavericks superstar widely regarded as one of the NBA’s most talented players, takes center stage in Slovenia’s 20-player extended roster announcement for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Among the prominent names featured, Luka’s presence stands out as a beacon of hope for Slovenian fans, who eagerly anticipate his exceptional contributions to the team’s success on the international stage.
Slovenia’s Team for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup:
Joining Luka Doncic is Vlatko Cancar, who recently achieved NBA championship success with the Denver Nuggets. The Slovenian team also includes Tokyo 2020 Olympians such as Klemen Prepelic, Zoran Dragic, and Mike Tobey, adding further depth and experience to the roster. With a mix of young talent and seasoned players, Slovenia is poised to make an impact in the upcoming World Cup.
- Jaka Blazic
- Sasa Ciani
- Vlatko Cancar
- Jakob Cebasek
- Ziga Dimec
- Luka Doncic
- Zoran Dragic
- Gregor Glas
- Gregor Hrovat
- Urban Klavzar
- Aljaz Kunc
- Miha Lapornik
- Jurij Macura
- Blaz Mahkovic
- Jordan Morgan
- Aleksej Nikolic
- Bine Prepelic
- Klemen Prepelic
- Ziga Samar
- Mike Tobey
They are back! 🐉 ⚪️🔵
Luka Doncic leads the pack as Slovenia announce their extended roster for #FIBAWC 🔥#WinForAll x #WinForSlovenia 🇸🇮 pic.twitter.com/WxMnW1JDQE
— FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 🏆 (@FIBAWC) July 3, 2023
Luka Doncic’s Past Performance for Slovenia:
Luka Doncic has been an indispensable pillar for his national team in recent times, dazzling audiences worldwide with his extraordinary skills and inspiring leadership. Undoubtedly, one of the most unforgettable moments was during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, where Luka Donic’s amazing game sense propelled Slovenia to an impressive quarterfinal finish, ultimately securing the fourth position.
Fans and experts alike showered him with praise, cementing his status as one of the finest basketball talents on the global stage. As anticipation mounts for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, all eyes are on Luka Doncic, hoping that he will once again showcase his magic, elevating Slovenia to new heights.
Slovenia’s Chances at Winning the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup:
As the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup approaches, Slovenia’s national basketball team is filled with hope and a fierce determination to succeed. Their impressive track record in past international competitions, like finishing fourth at the Tokyo Olympics and reaching the quarter-finals in EuroBasket 2022, has instilled confidence in the players.
One of the brightest stars in the game, Luka Doncic, graces the team, giving them a significant edge. But it won’t be an easy journey, with formidable opponents like Cape Verde, Georgia, and Venezuela in the group stage. If they advance, they’ll face powerhouses like Germany, Finland, Australia, and Japan in Group E. Still, with their talented roster and Luka Doncic’s brilliance, Slovenia stands a real chance of making a deep run and contending for the world champion title.
Serbia announced its roster for FIBA World Cup
Serbia has also announced its 20-man roster for the FIBA World Cup 2023, which will not include notable players such as Nikola Jokic, Nikola Kalinic, Vladimir Lucic, and Vasilije Micic. The team still presents a formidable lineup, featuring four NBA players, including Bogdan Bogdanovic, Nikola Jovic, Aleksej Pokusevski, and Filip Petrusev. The squad also includes standout players from European clubs, showcasing the country’s basketball depth.
Full Roster:
1. Aleksa Avramovic (Partizan)
2. Dusan Beslac (Vojvodina)
3. Bogdan Bogdanovic (Hawks)
4. Ognjen Dobric (Virtus)
5. Dejan Davidovac (Crvena Zvezda)
6. Ognjen Jaramaz (Partizan)
7. Nikola Jovic (Heat)
8. Stefan Jovic (Zaragoza)
9. Vanja Marinkovic (Baskonia)
10. Nikola Milutinov (Olimpiacos)
11. Nemanja Nedovic (Crvena Zvezda)
12. Filip Petrusev (76ers)
13. Aleksej Pokusevski (Thunder)
14. Aleksa Radanov (Peristeri)
15. Dusan Ristic (Tenerife)
16. Alen Smailagic (Partizan)
17. Borisa Simanic (Zaragoza)
18. Nikola Topic (Crvena Zvezda)
19. Uros Trifunovic (Partizan)
20. Marko Guduric (Fenerbahce)
