RODIONS KURUCS (MIL)
#00•R. KURUCS
F • 6’9, 220 lbs; 3rd year, Latvia
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NBA ROLE: ALL-AROUND FORWARD
Rodions Kurucs: an FC Barcelona import by way of Latvia; raw outside scorer w/ 1-on-1 ability: Kurucs wants to set up w/ a dribble before going into a drive or J; huge SF - looks bigger than 6’9 listing; quick release point on his three ball - able to attack close outs, important as teams gameplan to take away triples; needs to improve finishing below the rim; ball-handler/playmaker at the 3? - looks for own offense, needs to put emphasis on creating for others; decent athlete, doesn’t shy away from contact; needs to bulk up, add strength; played very well as a rook but struggled a bit in Year 2; dealt to Bucks at 2021 trade deadline in blockbuster deal - Kurucs could thrive under Coach Mike Budenholzer at some point
*named to 2019 Rising Stars team
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Career: 6.8 points/game, 3.5 rebounds/game, 45% FG
Drafted 40th overall (2018)
Spanish Cup Winner (2018)
Began professional career in 2012
(FACTORY SETTING) NBA 2K21 RATING: 71
(via Brooklyn Nets)