Filip Petrusev expected to remain in Europe this season / News - Basketnews.com

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After being drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 50th pick in last night's NBA draft, Serbian big man Filip Petrusev will most likely remain in Europe next season. Philadelphia 76ers GM Daryl Morey, during the post-draft press conference, stated that Petrusev will most likely stay overseas next season but there's a chance that he'll be able to play with the team during the Summer League.

Filip Petrusev

Position:CAge:21Height:210 cmWeight:107 kgBirth place:SerbiaProfileNewsStatistics

Petrusev signed a deal with the Serbian club Mega Bemax last summer and enjoyed a breakout season. He averaged 23.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game in the Adriatic League. He was named MVP and was the best scorer of the Adriatic League.

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