2014 FIBA World Cup: 10 major takeaways

5. Goran Dragic has a brother, Zoran, and he’s pretty good

Goran Dragic’s brother, Zoran Dragic, might be one of the biggest winners of the World Cup. Before the tournament, only a handful of NBA fans knew Goran had a brother. Based on Goran’s success last season, he warranted more attention from American media covering the World Cup, and his brother also benefitted from that extra exposure.

Goran’s younger brother, Zoran is a 25-year-old, 6-5, left-handed shooting guard. He plays a similar game as his brother with attacking drives and crafty finishes. Zoran also has a good outside shot, just like his big bro. In the tournament, Zoran averaged 12.9 points per game on 50 percent shooting and 43 percent from three-point range.

In group play against Mexico, Zoran went 8-of-8 from the field and finished with 22 points. Slovenia’s success in the tournament and Zoran’s solid performance has several NBA teams interested in signing the 2011 Slovenian League Finals MVP, including Goran’s current team, the Phoenix Suns. Zoran’s a good player, but it doesn’t hurt that he’s got a brother in the NBA. Basketball must be in the genes. Keep a careful watch on Zoran in the next few months to see if he makes the move to the NBA. If you don’t, before you know it, he’ll be draining threes for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2015 NBA Finals. Just wait.