His first pick is center Timofey Mozgov, who averaged 11 points per game for Russia at this month's European Championship. "He's the most improved player ... He's a big guy. He has a chance to make the NBA." But before this season starts, Kirilenko and teammates have to make the long haul to Europe to help the NBA continue its presence on the continent for the fourth straight year — although this time the tour has been reduced to only two games and only two teams.
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