Brook Lopez is one of the NBA’s most underrated players. The Bucks center provides so much floor-spacing value and direct efficiency with his 3-point shooting, and he’s an excellent interior defender. Lopez is more effective than many more-celebrated players.
But Lopez is apparently plenty appreciated in Australia.
During Team USA’s exhibition win over Canada in Sydney today, the crowd went wild for him.
ESPN:
After the game, Team USA coach Gregg Popovich asked the question on everyone’s mind.
Benyam Kidané of NBA Australia: