With the NBA season on hiatus at the moment, all eyes in the basketball world were on the Eurobasket. While high-profile NBA personnel were on hand to watch superstars like Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo, scouts and team personnel were also present throughout the tournament to gauge interest in lesser-known players.

Following a recent report about Roman Sorkin drawing interest from several NBA teams, we decided to highlight several players who have excelled in the tournament who could be of interest to teams in the Association.

Isaac Bonga (Germany)

8.6 ppg, 4.3 rpg, 2.0 apg, 1.5 spg, 0.6 bpg, 49.0 FG%, 37.0 3P%, 68.8% FT in eight games

Isaac Bonga is a fluid athlete that stands at 6-8, and was by far the best defender in this year's Eurobasket. Since leaving the NBA in 2022 after stints with the Lakers, Wizards and Raptors, Bonga became a two-time German Cup and Bundesliga champion with Bayern Munich. Recently he won the ABA and Serbian League titles while being named the ABA's Best Defender.

In this tournament, he took on the best offensive opponents on a nightly basis, including Doncic, Lauri Markkanen, and many other elite players. Perhaps the best perimeter defender outside the NBA, Bonga can guard positions one through four with ease. He will defend anyone straight up, keeping his hips squared the entire way while pedaling and grapevining like a defensive back.

Bonga also showed growth in his offensive game, becoming a reliable three-point shooter. In the tournament, he shot nearly 50 percent from the field and 37 percent from deep on about 3.5 attempts per game. Over his past three seasons with Bayern Munich and Partizan, he has shot 38 percent from three. Bonga recently signed a two-year extension with Partizan through the 2026–27 season.

Oscar Da Silva (Germany)

3.6 ppg, 1.3 rpg, 73.3 FG%, 77.8 FT% in eight games

The brother of Orlando Magic forward Tristan Da Silva, Oscar Da Silva is a modern switch big in the same mold as his Germany teammate Daniel Theis, who carved out nearly a decade-long NBA career. At only 26, Da Silva is a 6-9 defensive-minded player that many NBA teams would value as a backup. His contract with Bayern Munich runs through June 2027, with no explicit buyout clause.

Da Silva does all the little things - fights for boards, sets hard screens, runs dribble handoffs, and defends anyone regardless of size. He brings that old-school, lunch-pail mentality that teammates feed off.

In today’s era of salary cap gymnastics, any general manager trying to avoid the harsh penalties of the hard cap would be intrigued by an NBA-ready player like Da Silva. He costs the same as a rookie coming out of college but offers years of professional experience. For forward-thinking front offices, stashing cap value in overseas pros rather than untested undrafted free agents may be the smarter play.

Miikka Muurinen (Finland)

6.9 ppg, 2.0 rpg, 0.7 bpg, 64.3 FG%, 42.9% 3P, 46.2 FT% in seven games

The youngest player in this tournament, Miika Muurinen has drawn significant intrigue from both fans and NBA teams. He showcased his athleticism with thunderous dunks and step-back threes, including one over Nikola Jokic in crunch time of an elimination game.

Finland used him only in spurts, as he averaged just over 11 minutes per game, but his per-36 numbers stand out. Nicknamed “Slim Jesus,” his game is rapidly developing. He can already shoot the three off the dribble and get to the rim with ease. While still raw and relying heavily on his athleticism, with more playing time, he could quickly rise into the conversation as a future star.

What makes Muurinen most intriguing is that he is still in high school. A source told HoopsHype he plans to choose a college in December or January. As a five-star recruit, NBA teams have definitely already been taking notice.

Tyler Dorsey (Greece)

11.6 ppg, 2.9 rpg, 2.4 apg, 0.8 spg, 41.9 FG%, 45.8 3P%, 81.8 FT% in eight games

The Southern California native might be the most familiar name on this list, as he has had numerous cups of coffee in the NBA. Playing with Fenerbahce and Olympiacos the past couple of seasons, he has carved a nice career overseas.

A former second-round pick, Dorsey excelled playing off the ball alongside Giannis, while also handling some secondary ball-handling duties. He shot the three at a prolific clip during the tournament, connecting on over 45 percent from deep. NBA teams know exactly what he brings, so it wouldn’t be surprising if he found his way back onto a roster sooner rather than later. If there’s a bet to be made, the Milwaukee Bucks signing Dorsey in the near future wouldn’t be a shock.

Andreas Obst (Germany)

9.0 ppg, 1.9 rpg, 1.1 apg, 45.3 FG% 43.8 3P% in eight games

Andreas “Andi” Obst is widely regarded as the best shooter outside the United States. Ask 10 Europeans and most would agree. In this tournament, he has played a complementary role on a roster loaded with NBA talent while shooting nearly 44 percent on six three-point attempts per game.

At 6-3 and 210 pounds, Obst profiles as an undersized two guard. Offensively, he could fit in the NBA if deployed in a system similar to how Boston uses Payton Pritchard or Oklahoma City uses Isaiah Joe - players with a similar frame who thrive as movement shooters. Defensively, he holds his own in Europe, but that would be the biggest hurdle for him to stick in the NBA. Obst’s current deal expires in 2026, and reports indicate no extension has been reached.

Sylvain Francisco (France)

9.8 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 3.7 apg, 0.8 spg, 32.7 FG%, 21.2 3P%, 95.2% FT in six games

Sylvain Francisco stands out as one of the most intriguing players on this list. He went to high school in Florida and reportedly has an explicit buyout with Zalgiris Kaunas for the summer of 2026. During the tournament, Francisco averaged nearly 10 points, 4 rebounds 4 assists per game while shooting horrendously from the field.

He has made several attempts to break into the NBA. He nearly landed in the G League, played for the Milwaukee Bucks’ 2022 Summer League team, and now carries a buyout clause while being represented by the same agent who handles Nikola Jovic, Karlo Matkovic, Nikola Topic and Nikola Djurisic.

Francisco fits the profile of a player NBA teams could target under future salary-cap constraints, particularly with the harsh penalties tied to the first and second aprons. With zero years of service, he could be signed to a minimum contract or a two-way deal, giving a team a pro-ready guard at a low cost. For a contender in need of depth, he offers a safer bet than relying on an undrafted rookie or players on the wrong side of 30.

Mikael Jantunen (Finland)

12.0 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 1.8 apg, 0.8 spg, 52.2 FG%, 44.1 3P%, 91.7 FT% in eight games

Shooting over 44 percent from three, the combo four was instrumental in how Finland’s offense ran efficiently. His ability to space the floor with his pick-and-pop usage presented problems for opposing teams to defend, especially when accounting for Lauri Markkanen as well.

Throughout the tournament, he demonstrated a high basketball IQ, with a keen attention to detail on how his team operated on both sides of the ball. The former Utah Utes player could potentially draw interest as a backup four, utilized mainly as a knockdown long-range shooter.

His game is reminiscent of Mirza Teletovic, though slightly smaller and with more of a combo-forward style. Jantunen could make his money if he comes from overseas as a high-release point shooter that consistently spaces the floor either as an off the bench role player or as a starting marksman for a team that needs spacing with size. With connections to Miami’s Pelle Larsson, his former Arizona roommate, and Finland’s star Lauri Markkanen in Utah, he may already have pathways into the league.

Ercan Osmani (Turkey)

12.6 ppg, 5.4 rpg, 0.9 spg, 0.4 bpg, 57.6 FG%, 56.7 3P%, 80.0 FT% in eight games

The seven-foot Turkish big man played a substantial role in Turkey's ascent during Eurobasket. Throughout the tournament, he played as a stretch big alongside NBA All-Star Alperen Sengun, and has been instrumental to their offense. In the semifinals against Greece, Osmani blew up for 28 points on 11-of-15 shooting, including six threes. After the game, Turkey coach Ergin Ataman joked that Osmani’s defense held up against Giannis Antetokounmpo and NBA teams should look to sign him to stop the Greek Freak.

His game predicates on being a floor spacer with the ability to play off-ball and get to the rim quickly due to his tall frame. In the NBA, he could potentially be used as a backup four or five. Given the NBA's current demand for shooting, it wouldn’t be a far-fetched idea for NBA teams to show interest in the Turkishman.

This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Eight Eurobasket standouts for NBA teams to keep an eye on

Reporting by Cyro Asseo and Sam Yip, Hoops Hype / Hoops Hype

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