Anyone have an update on how the Kings 2 international players are doing? Any word on whether either of them might be ready to join team next season?
I've wondered about them. Didn't one or both get injured?
I watched a bit of Arturas Guaditis earlier in the season. He's a 6'10 C who plays inside and can rebound.
I haven't caught up with him recently, but looking at his numbers, it looks like he's been very consistent throughout the year.
Averaging 9.5pts 5.4 rebs on 64.3% shooting and 74.2% FT. He attempts 4.8 shots a game...and attempts 4.41 FTs a game. Good at drawing fouls down low.
Highlight of one of his games in Jan:
Luka Mitrovic suffered a knee injury very early into the season. Before that, he was playing very well as the captain of his team. Mitrovic is a 6'9 220lb stretch 4. In 7 games this year, he averaged 11pts 5.86rebs on 55.6% from the field and 47.1% from 3pt. Recent news about him is that he's already joined the team with practice and training. He was set to play a few games ago, but a minor ankle injury prevented him from his 1st game back.
Guaditis could be a 5-10min guy in the NBA. He reminds me a bit of Cole Aldrich or Mitch McGary.
Mitrovic is a tweener between SF/PF. He could be a very solid rotational player as a stretch 4. He brings nice leadership qualities too.
Guaditis recently signed a 2year contract. Means he has 1 more year left, and another team option, or player option. I'm not sure. It just says 2+1.
Him staying overseas could be good for his development.
Mitrovic extended his contract to the 16/17 season. He seems very content where he is right now. I wouldn't be surprised to see him stay there for a long time. He's happy with the scenario there for him.
Not sure when either will come over, if they do. Guaditis more likely imo, IF the Kings want him to.