The 10 Best Players of Eurobasket 2025 for the American Press

The Eurobasket 2025 is here with some of the biggest stars in the world, especially considering that it has been a while since an American player won the NBA MVP title. Although we already made our list of the best players, today we bring you the one from the American journalists represented by Hoopshype of the best players of the championship. Let it be known right away that they are all NBA players, none are from the Euroleague, and there are no Spaniards. Needless to say, the likes of Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, and Giannis Antetokounmpo are not missing.

10. Guerschon Yabusele (France)

He arrives with a leading role in the French national team after a summer where the team is missing Rudy Gobert and Victor Wembanyama. The 76ers power forward is in great form, showing offensive prowess in the preparations and carrying the responsibility of keeping France among the top favorites for the title following their silver medals in the Eurobasket 2022 and the 2024 Olympics.

09. Vasilije Micic (Serbia)

He is one of the clearest examples of how a player can shine more on the international scene than in the NBA. His playmaking and scoring ability have been crucial in recent tournaments, and after leading Serbia to Olympic bronze in Paris 2024, he is set to be a key player for the Balkan team in their quest for another continental success.

08. Kristaps Porzingis (Latvia) 

He faces the Eurobasket with renewed energy after a challenging year due to physical issues. The Celtics center is the main reference for his national team, and with his combination of outside shooting, defensive intimidation, and post play, he is expected to lead Latvia, a team that surprised in the 2023 World Cup and now has its best player available.

07. Franz Wagner (Germany)

He continues to establish himself as one of the promising talents turned realities of European basketball. The Magic forward brings scoring, playmaking vision, and versatile offensive skills that make him very difficult to stop in FIBA basketball. After helping Germany conquer the 2023 World Cup and compete strongly in the Olympics, he is expected to be one of the most influential figures in the championship.

06. Alperen Sengun (Turkey)

He represents the hope of a Turkish national team looking to make a competitive leap. With a creative playing style, post skills, and court vision to generate from the paint, the Rockets center arrives in great form after a series of brilliant preparation games. His challenge will be to maintain that level in the tournament and lift Turkey above its usual ups and downs in international competitions.

05. Dennis Schroeder (Germany)

He is the engine and undisputed leader of the German team. MVP of the 2023 World Cup and a central figure in their lineup, the Pistons guard combines speed, character, and scoring and playmaking abilities. Schroeder has made it clear that Germany's goal is to win the title, and his confidence will be a key factor in the champions' ambitions.

04. Lauri Markkanen (Finland)

He arrives in an imposing form after historic performances in the preparations, with games of over 40 points. The Jazz power forward already showed in the Eurobasket 2022 that he can lead Finland to new heights, and his ability to score from any position makes him one of the toughest tournament's opponents to stop.

03. Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece)

He puts on the national jersey again with the pending task of achieving a major success with his national team. Despite being the top scorer of the Eurobasket 2022, the NBA's two-time MVP is yet to win an international medal. With his usual physical dominance and versatility, he will be the beacon of Greece in a championship where expectations are very high.

02. Luka Doncic (Slovenia)

He faces the challenge of leading Slovenia practically alone due to key absences. The Mavericks point guard remains one of the planet's top talents, capable of changing any game with his playmaking and scoring. Although the path ahead seems tough, his competitive spirit and talent ensure he will be one of the tournament's main protagonists.

01. Nikola Jokic (Serbia)

He leads the list as the most influential player of the Eurobasket. After winning Olympic bronze with a historic performance in Paris, the Nuggets center arrives as the man to beat in the competition. With his absolute dominance in points, rebounds, and assists, Jokic leads a Serbia team loaded with talent and is the clear favorite to claim the gold.

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