First Portuguese NBA draft pick Neemias Queta will 'represent Portugal the best way I can'

[The Sacramento Bee]

Kings rookie Neemias Queta made history in his homeland when he was selected with the 39th pick in Thursday’s NBA draft, becoming the first Portuguese player ever drafted by an NBA team. Queta, a 7-foot center out of Utah State, talked about representing his country and inspiring young Portuguese players during his introductory news conference Saturday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. I believe it’s something that I try to carry on me, like a chip on my shoulder,” Queta said.

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