Tag: Bogoljub Markovic

Bogoljub Markovic Q&A: ‘I don’t know, I guess I’m just too good’

Serbian point forward Bogoljub Markovic has quietly emerged as one of the sleepers ahead of this year’s draft. Standing at 6-foot-11 and possessing guard-like skills, Markovic blends size, mobility, skill and versatility that scouts dream when …

Serbian point forward Bogoljub Markovic has quietly emerged as one of the sleepers ahead of this year’s draft.

Standing at 6-foot-11 and possessing guard-like skills, Markovic blends size, mobility, skill and versatility that scouts dream when describing modern mold of a power forward. His journey from guard to frontcourt weapon began after a growth spurt in his mid-teens, but his handle and passing instincts stuck with him – traits that have helped him stand out playing for Mega Basket.

At the 2025 Nike Hoop Summit, Markovic spoke with HoopsHype about his playstyle as a pass-dribble-shoot frontcourt player, the role Mega played in his development, the NBA draft and more.

2025 Nike Hoop Summit Notebook: Standouts for Team USA and Team World

Every year, the start of the next NBA Draft cycle is marked by the Nike Hoops Summit. This season’s event carried extra anticipation, as four of the top five projected prospects were in attendance, with the only absence being Darryn Peterson, the …

Every year, the start of the next NBA Draft cycle is marked by the Nike Hoops Summit. This season’s event carried extra anticipation, as four of the top five projected prospects were in attendance, with the only absence being Darryn Peterson, the No. 1 recruit in the 2025 class and a University of Kansas commit. Headlining the event were AJ Dybantsa, Cam and Cayden Boozer (the twin sons of Carlos Boozer), and the still-uncommitted Nate Ament.

Also in attendance were the sons of three other former NBA players: Kiyan Anthony (Carmelo Anthony’s son), Tajh Ariza (Trevor Ariza’s son), and Dorian Hayes (Chuck Hayes’ son), who played for the Portland Generals.

Koa Peat (Team USA) was sidelined with an injury and replaced by Trey McKenney, while Dash Daniels (Team World) was replaced by Shon Abaev.

Other notable participants included Bogoljub Markovic, a 2025 NBA draft prospect who confirmed his draft entry to HoopsHype, and Italian prospect Dame Sarr, who made headlines after arriving at the Hoop Summit against FC Barcelona’s wishes.

HoopsHype was on the ground all week, covering practices and scrimmages leading up to Saturday’s game, where Team USA secured an exciting 124-114 overtime victory over the World Select Team.

Below, we break down the standout performers from both squads.