Goran Dragić played for Slovenia for the first time, after a long while. The Phoenix star was namely not allowed to take part in any of the previous seven games due to his contract with his employer. Dragić has an excellent season in the NBA behind him, but is looking forward to playing with his national team.

Coach Zdovc expects Dragić to raise the quality of his team’s game. Erazem Lorbek did not join the team at the preparation matches in Lithuania. He has decided to stay home and take care of his injured knee.

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