By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Not only is Giannis Antetokounmpo the best international in the NBA according to the annual survey conducted among NBA General Managers, but he was also voted as the second most versatile player in the league!
These are some seriously stunning results, also considering what kind of players did Giannis left below him in both categories.
Established stars like Dirk Nowitzki or Pau Gasol are just third and fifth in the voting regarding the best international player while the “Greek Freak” has managed to even surpass Marc Gasol.
Who is the best international player in the NBA?
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 27.6%
2. Marc Gasol, Memphis – 24.1%
3. Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas – 22.4%
4. Kristaps Porzingis, New York – 12.1%
5. Pau Gasol, San Antonio – 6.9%
Also receiving votes: Rudy Gobert, Utah; Andrew Wiggins, Minnesota
Last year: Marc Gasol – 62.1%
When it comes to which player carries the heaviest amounts of versatility in his game, Giannis Antetokounmpo was voted above 2015 NBA Champion Draymond Green and 2014 Finals MVP Kwahi Leonard.
Who is the most versatile player in the NBA?
1. LeBron James, Cleveland – 75.0%
2. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee – 10.0%
3. Draymond Green, Golden State – 8.3%
Also receiving votes: Kevin Durant, Golden State; Kawhi Leonard, San Antonio
Last year: N/A