With the 50th pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Filip Petrušev.
Drafted alongside Jaden Springer and Charles Bassey, the 6-foot-11 Petrušev brings length, shooting, and international experience to the Sixers.
Get to know one of the newest Sixers a bit better…
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Petrušev was born April 15, 2000 in Belgrade, Serbia.
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He played high school ball at Montverde Academy in Florida, where he helped his team to a national championship in his senior season.
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After high school, Petrušev played two college seasons at Gonzaga (2018-2020).
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In his sophomore campaign at Gonzaga, Petrušev started in all 33 of his appearances, averaging 17.5 points and 7.9 rebounds, and shooting 56.2% from the field.
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Petrušev was named a Wooden All-American and West Coast Conference Player of the Year after his second collegiate season.
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He played his 2020-21 season overseas in Serbia’s Adriatic League, playing 21 for KK Mega Basket, averaging 23.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
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Petrušev’s 23.7 points per game marked the highest scoring average in the Adriatic League in the last 14 seasons.
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Petrušev shot 58.0% from the field and 41.9% from deep.
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His impressive 2020-21 campaign led to earning the Adriatic League’s MVP award and Rising Star award.
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