NBA: 5 European players who should be in the League next season

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 13: Sergio Llull #23 of Spain celebrates a play during the Men's Preliminary Round Group B between Spain and Lithuania on Day 8 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Carioca Arena 1 on August 13, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

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Thomas Heurtel

Thomas Heurtel is the next in line of fine French guards of the past decade. Tony Parker became a San Antonio Spurs legend and Nando De Colo posted solid numbers in his brief stint in the league. Heurtel suited up for Turkish team Anadolu Efes and averaged 11.3 points and 6.4 assists per game in the Euroleague.

The Frenchman runs around like a tazmanian devil on the court. He is a constant threat to the opposition’s defense with his circus handles and acrobatic passes. His playing style is tailored for today’s NBA, although he will face problems when defending against more athletic point guards.

Thomas Heurtel is 28 years old and could become a quality second unit general in the right team, if given the chance.

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