{"id":170377,"date":"2025-09-26T12:50:15","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/170377\/"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:50:15","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:50:15","slug":"rakocevic-joins-the-36ers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/170377\/","title":{"rendered":"Rakocevic joins the 36ers"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Adelaide 36ers are delighted to announce the signing of versatile forward\/centre Nick Rakocevic.<\/p>\n

At 211cm, Rakocevic will bring size, energy and a strong presence to the Sixers front court.<\/p>\n

Born in Chicago to Serbian migrant parents, Rakocevic came through University of Southern California where his rebounding and scoring ability were recognised.<\/p>\n

The 27-year-old has spent much of his professional career in Asia, with stints in China and the Philippines, as well as time in Lebanon and most recently Puerto Rico.<\/p>\n

Last season in China, he averaged 17.4 points, eight rebounds and 2.7 assists in 23 games for Ningbo Rockets.<\/p>\n

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Most recently, the Serbian Under 20 youth international also averaged 14 points and 8.1 rebounds per game in 21 matches with two teams in Puerto Rico.<\/p>\n

\u201cNick is a legitimate four and at 6\u201911\u201d he can also play as a five, which he has done in leagues around the world,\u201d said General Manager of Basketball Operations Matt Weston.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know he can shoot the three and that he will help us rebound and stretch the floor.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe think he\u2019ll not only complement our playing group both on the court and culturally but also bring a real spark that our fans will love.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Adelaide 36ers begin their NBL campaign against Brisbane at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on Sunday, with Rakocevic set to join the squad next week.<\/p>\n

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