Many players imagine those "I'm finally in the NBA!" moments, and for some, it is when they go head-to-head with the league's superstars.
Several rookies were asked which player they wanted to dunk on. While many said Lebron James, Dallas Mavericks rookie Olivier-Maxence Prosper took a different route and said he is targeting Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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His answer made more sense when he explained why.
"If I had to choose one person, uhmm. . I would say. . I would say Giannis," the 24th overall pick said.
"Because he likes. . . he goes for blocks. He jumps for blocks. Ima go and go up."
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The other rookies' answer is more about being a fan of Lebron, who is arguably the greatest of all time. Prospers' answer is more of a challenge to himself, especially since he knows what Giannis is capable of on the defensive end.
That's an attitude Mavs fans would like.
Prosper says he is an energy guy
The Sacramento Kings originally picked Prosper, but Mavs wanted him in exchange for Richaun Holmes.
The 6'8 small forward is excited to join Dallas, and when asked what he could bring to the team, he pointed to his energy on the floor.
"I'm a guy that comes in and brings a spark to a team," Prosper said.
"[I] bring a lot of energy, help teams defensively, guard multiple positions, stretch the floor, and knock down open shots."
"I compete [and] leave everything on the floor. They're never going to question my effort out there."
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