Washington Wizards second-round pick Tristan Vukcevic could reportedly stay with Partizan for the 2023-24 season, according to Christos Tsaltas of Sportal.
Vukcevic was the 42nd pick in the NBA draft after averaging 5.6 points and 2.4 rebounds on 37.3% shooting from 3-point range last season with Partizan in Serbia. He also spent time with Real Madrid in the ACB League in Spain.
A report surfaced last month that stated Vukcevic could be loaned out to Peristeri in Greece next season if he didn’t sign a contract with the Wizards. However, it appears Vukcevic might stay with Partizan after all.
There's a strong possibility that Tristan Vukcevic will stay in Partizan for the 2023-24 season, according to @SportalgrG source. Still no decision yet. Vukcevic has been selected with the 42nd pick of the 2023 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards. #kkpartizan #dcaboveall
— Christos Tsaltas (@Tsaltas46) August 14, 2023
Vukcevic played with the Wizards in the NBA Summer League, averaging 11.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, one steal and one block in four games. He scored in double figures twice, including a summer league-high 15 points on July 15.
The 7-footer previously expressed interest in playing in the NBA next season and was hopeful to sign with the Wizards. He was likely the victim of a roster crunch. The Wizards have 16 players signed to guaranteed contracts so additional moves would need to be made by the team.
Vukcevic and the Wizards will likely revisit the idea of him joining the team next year after another season overseas. It will give him the opportunity to continue to develop to be ready to contribute at the NBA level.
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