Jarred Vanderbilt says he wants a passport to return to Slovenia
Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt apparently enjoyed Luka Doncic's minicamp in Slovenia so much, he said he wants to obtain a passport to return there.
Luka Doncic's minicamp for his Los Angeles Lakers teammates included a visit to Slovenia, allowing players to explore their native country. Forward Jarred Vanderbilt expressed his desire to return to Slovenia, stating, "I would love to [return]." Vanderbilt, who was unfamiliar with the country before his visit, plans to obtain a Slovenian passport.
His interest has sparked speculation about his potential eligibility to play for Slovenia's national basketball team, which is set to participate in next year's FIBA World Cup. However, it seems more likely that Vanderbilt was joking about his passport plans. Notably, Jaxson Hayes, a former Lakers teammate, also expressed a desire to acquire a Slovenian passport and pursue a career with the national team.
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