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New Nuggets star hoping to medal in EuroBasket — despite major disadvantage

A new Denver Nuggets star is angling to medal for his national team in EuroBasket, despite a distinct disadvantage.

Three-time MVP Denver center Nikola Jokic isn't the only Nuggets big man looking for some summer hardware.

Per Nikola Miloradovic of Eurohoops.net , Jokic's new backup, Jonas Valanciunas, believes his Lithuanian national team can make a major impact when the games start to count next week.

“I’ve always felt honored to represent my country, play for my country. Every time I step on the court with a green or white jersey, I feel amazing, I feel honored, and I want to do this as long as I’m capable,” he said, speaking to FIBA," Valanciunas said.

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