Valencia Basket (Liga Endesa) has signed 28-year-old Croatian international 200cm small forward Luka Bozic for the upcoming season. Bozic previously played for KK Zadar in the Croatian Premijer Liga, where he emerged as the best scorer with 14.1ppg, 6.1rpg, and 5.9apg in 26 games last season, helping his team secure the league title. Bozic was recognized as the Eurobasket.com All-Croatian Premijer Liga Player of the Year, Domestic Player of the Year, and Finals MVP for his outstanding performance.
Bozic also showcased his skills in the ABA League, averaging an impressive 19.7ppg, 7.8rpg, 6.3apg, and 1.1spg in 27 games. He was named League Player of the Week a remarkable 10 times throughout the season. Alongside his club success, Bozic has been a part of the Croatian national team setup since 2016, previously representing the U19 National Team in 2015. He participated in the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Chalkida, Greece, eight years ago.
Bozic brings a wealth of experience, having played professionally in Bosnia, Italy, Montenegro, and other clubs in Croatia. He was named to the Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League European Player of the Year in 2024.
Valencia Basket roster for 2024-25:
Guards:
Chris Jones
Chris Chiozza
Brancou Badio
Jean Montero
Forwards:
Luka Bozic
Matt Costello
Semi Ojeleye
Nathan Sestina
Center:
Ethan Happ
Coach: Pedro Martinez
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Tags : LUKA BOZIC, VALENCIA BASKET, SPANISH BASKETBALL, SPANISH TRANSACTIONS, EUROLEAGUE
