Vasilije Micic, the Serbian guard who made the leap to the NBA alongside Sasha Vezenkov, has encountered limited playing time with the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, rather than being disheartened, Micic maintains an optimistic perspective, asserting that everything in his NBA journey “makes sense” and happened for a reason.
Vasilije Micic emphasizes that external perceptions of his career might not accurately reflect his feelings. He values his current state of mind, asserting that the experiences he’s going through align with a greater purpose. The 30-year-old guard draws strength from his past struggles in European basketball, stating that everything he achieved in Europe required hard work, with nothing handed to him.
NBA Season Overview
In his inaugural NBA regular season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Micic has seen limited action on the court, averaging 12.1 minutes per game. Despite the restricted playing time, he manages to contribute 3.3 points and 2.4 assists per game. Micic’s cerebral approach to the game hasn’t gone unnoticed, earning praise from Thunder’s head coach Mark Daigneault, who describes him as a “wizard” on the court.
Reflecting on European Success
Micic’s basketball journey began professionally with KK Mega Basket in 2010, leading to stints with Bayern Munich, Crvena Zvezda in Serbia, and Tofas Bursa in Turkey. However, it was with Zalgiris Kaunas and later Anadolu Efes that he truly made a mark. Micic achieved back-to-back EuroLeague championships in 2021 and 2022 with Anadolu Efes, earning individual accolades like EuroLeague MVP in 2021 and Final Four MVP in both championship years.
Trust in the Future
While Micic may be currently navigating a period of limited playing time in the NBA, his journey, rooted in hard work and resilience, suggests a player with the potential to impact the game significantly. As he continues to find his place with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Micic’s journey is a testament to his unwavering optimism and commitment to the sport he loves.
Despite spending only 12.1 minutes per game on average with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Vasilije Micic isn’t bothered by it 🇷🇸
Also reflecting back on his great EuroLeague career, the Serbian guard said that now “everything makes sense” to him in the NBA:https://t.co/sIBb8J9piR
— Eurohoops (@Eurohoopsnet) January 27, 2024
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