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Papagiannis Shows Off Range

On the surface, Georgios Papagiannis may remind you of traditional big men who like to occupy the paint. Standing at 7-foot-2, it’s easy to believe this misconception. The truth is, Papagiannis can shoot.

“I play on the post, but I could also shoot the ball. Maybe no one has seen me shooting the ball in Greece, but I’m going to do it here,” Papagiannis told Kings.com after Monday’s introductory press conference.

Most of his highlights show the Greek center blocking shots, pulling down rebounds or muscling defenders in the paint. There are a few clips showcasing his pick-and-pop game, but it is rare to find videos of his long-range shooting ability.

Last week Papagiannis posted several videos on Instagram showcasing just that:

Although the 18-year-old is known for his bruising low post play, he is also planning to evolve with the NBA and follow in the footsteps of another smooth shooting big man, DeMarcus Cousins.


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