Peja Stojakovic highlights rise of international talent in the NBA as league sees record 125 players

The NBA has reached a record of 125 international players on opening-day rosters for the 2024-25 season. This marks the fourth consecutive season with over 120 international players, highlighting their growing presence in the league. Peja Stojakovic noted that international players now often start immediately, unlike in the past when they had to prove themselves after arriving. He pointed to Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama as examples of this trend. Stojakovic also mentioned that the fundamentals taught in Europe are helping international players succeed in the NBA. He suggested that American players may need to improve their fundamentals to keep up with the rising talent from abroad.