Sure! Here’s an interesting piece about Vlade Divac in both Arabic and English:
English Version
Vlade Divac: A Basketball Legend
Vlade Divac, born on February 3, 1968, in Prijepolje, Serbia, is a towering figure in the world of basketball
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. Standing at 7 feet 1 inch (2.16 meters) and weighing 260 pounds (118 kilograms), Divac played as a center and was known for his exceptional passing skills, a rarity for someone of his position
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Divac’s basketball journey began in his hometown, where he played for Sloga before moving to Partizan, one of the top clubs in Yugoslavia
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. His talent quickly caught the attention of NBA scouts, and he was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 1989 NBA Draft as the 26th overall pick
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. This marked the beginning of his illustrious NBA career, which spanned 16 years and included stints with the Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, Sacramento Kings, and a return to the Lakers
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Throughout his NBA career, Divac was known for his versatility and basketball IQ
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. He was one of the first European players to make a significant impact in the NBA, paving the way for future international stars
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. Divac recorded over 13,000 points, 9,000 rebounds, 3,000 assists, and 1,500 blocks, making him one of only seven players in NBA history to achieve these milestones
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Off the court, Divac has been equally influential
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. He served as the president of the Serbian Olympic Committee from 2009 to 2017 and has been involved in various basketball administrative roles
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. His contributions to the sport were recognized when he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019 and the FIBA Hall of Fame in 2010
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Divac’s legacy extends beyond his statistics and accolades
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. He is remembered for his sportsmanship, leadership, and the impact he had on the global basketball community
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. His journey from a small town in Serbia to becoming an NBA legend is a testament to his dedication and passion for the game.
For more information, you can watch this YouTube video about Vlade Divac’s career and achievements.
Arabic Version
فلادي ديفاك: نجم كرة السلة
ولد فلادي ديفاك في 3 فبراير 1968 في برييبوليا، صربيا، وهو شخصية ضخمة في عالم كرة السلة
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. بارتفاع 7 أقدام و1 بوصة (2.16 متر) ووزن 260 رطل (118 كيلوغرام)، لعب ديفاك كوسطر وكان معروفًا بمهاراته الرائعة في الإسقاط، ما يعد نادرًا لشخص بمثل هذا المنصب
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بدأ رحلة ديفاك في كرة السلة في موطنه، حيث لعب لفريق سلوغا قبل الانتقال إلى بارتيزان، واحدة من أفضل الفرق في يوغوسلافيا
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. سرعان ما انتبهت مهاراته إلى اهتمامات مدربي الدوري الأمريكي للملاكمة (NBA)، وتم اختياره في الدورة الأولى من الدرافت لعام 1989 كـ 26 الأول على حسب القائمة، وهو ما أطلق فترة مشاركته البارزة في الدوري
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خلال مسيرته في الدوري الأمريكي، كان ديفاك معروفًا بتنوعه وذكاءه الكروي
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. كان واحدًا من أوائل اللاعبين الأوروبيين الذين أثروا بشكل كبير في الدوري، مما ساهم في فتح الطريق للاعبين الدوليين المستقبليين
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. ديفاك سجل أكثر من 13,000 نقطة، 9,000 ربع، 3,000 مساعدة، و1,500 حارسة، مما جعله واحدًا من فقط سبعة لاعبين في تاريخ الدوري الأمريكي لتحقيق هذه الإنجازات
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خارج الملعب، كان ديفاك مؤثرًا بنفس القدر
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