Scouting Nikola Jokic, what makes Serbians so good at basketball? With Nuggets scout Rafal Juc

Nuggets international scout Rafal Juc joins Adam Mares and Harrison Wind to discuss the Nuggets, Nikola Jokic and life as an NBA scout. Also, his memories from the first time he saw Jokic play, his scouting report on Nuggets second-round pick Ismael Kamagate, how working for Calvin Booth is different than working for Tim Connelly, and much more.

What is a scouts schedule like? - 4:10

What makes a good scout? - 6:45

Difference in Euro Leagues - 13:40

Challenges coming to US for intl players - 19:10

Changes to scouting in Europe - 22:30

Talent coming from International - 25:00

Why are the Balkan states so good at ball & Jokic? - 27:00

Expectations for Jokic - 36:00

Ishmael Kamagate - 38:00

News & Notes - 48:00

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