On April 11, Beijing time, the NBA officially selected the best team in European history, and three of the active players were selected, Alphabet Brother and Doncic were selected for one team, and Jokic was selected for the second team. The specific list is as follows -
The best in European history: Dirk, Alphabet Brother, Gasol, Parker, Doncic,
Best second team in European history: Jokic, Kukoc, Peja, Petrović, Sabonis
It is reported that this selection is also part of the NBA's 75th anniversary celebration, the first and second teams of the best team in European history are selected by European fans and a panel of more than 40 European media, broadcasters and celebrities. Fan votes accounted for 50 percent of the final result, and expert and media votes accounted for another 50 percent. Dirk Nowitzki received the highest number of votes in this vote.
Nowitzki played for the Lone Ranger in 21 seasons and currently ranks sixth in NBA history in career totals. In addition to Dirk, the retired stars of the best team in European history are Spurs star Parker and Gasol, who has won the title twice for the Lakers. Among the active stars, three-time All-Star Doncic and two-time MVP winner Alphabet Brother have also been selected.
In the best second team in European history, only one of the active players is last season's MVP Jokic, the remaining four are Bulls star Kukoc, former top scorer Peja, Lithuanian superstar Sabonis and late star Petrović.
"Past and present European players have had an indelible impact on the NBA and the game of basketball," said George Aivazoglou, NBA Europe and Middle East Fan Leader, "As we celebrate our landmark 75th anniversary season, it's time to honor the best European players of all time who have inspired generations of players and fans across the continent and around the world." ”