FC Barcelona point guard Rokas Jokubaitis, the New York Knicks’ draft-and-stash pick in 2021, has been named the 2021-22 EuroLeague’s Rising Star. The EuroLeague is considered the top international basketball association, so Rokas beat out genuine talent for the honor. What’s more, the award is voted on by coaches, i.e., competent folks who can recognize the value of a player’s contribution, not some nincompoop fans picking their favorites.
In 35 games this season, the 21-year-old Lithuanian (6’4”, 185 lbs) averaged 7.