Luka Doncic’s 34-point, 9-assist showing in EuroBasket underscored his heavy offensive load and ability to lift a team on a big stage, even with home crowd pressure for Poland. Giannis Antetokounmpo likewise dominated Greece with 31 points, signaling Milwaukee’s reliance on peak translation from international form into NBA impact. The episode also threads in Boston’s looming backcourt decisions and the broader chatter around Anfernee Simons, LeBron’s lingering leverage, and the precarious balance of international play shaping early fantasy value.

Nikola Jokic anchors day one for Serbia, pouring in 18 points with crisp decision-making and a +39 impact, signaling Serbia’s depth and a potential repeat run. Franz Wagner steps into the Germany spotlight, dropping 22 and looking like the franchise centerpiece as Schroder and Mo Wagner provide a ready-made supporting cast. Alperen Sengun shows his EuroBasket floor vision for Turkey, mixing scoring with playmaking in a way that could translate to a bigger role when he returns to the NBA. Luka Doncic and Giannis factor as high-end X-factors, with the EuroBasket field underscoring how depth and cohesion can challenge even the sport’s best stars.