>>150743638
Still wouldn't beat the USA

>>150743988
Yeah but they'd dominate other Eurosissies

>>150743638
I can imagine all the nepotism, corruption and probably half of their best players simply refusing to play for the national team. Assuming there would be similar stupidity going on as with American negroes in regards to national teams, most of Ottoman hall of famers would having played international careers as foreign legionaries for random national teams. But there would be something great about it, their national league team animosity would be epic and ultras would make every other league and sport look like toddlers.

>>150743638
That's a fun and unique thought experiment!

The roster could be an interesting blend of athleticism, talent, and international flavor. Here's a fictional "Ottoman Empire Basketball Roster," using current and past players from these countries who have made a significant impact in the NBA or global basketball:

Starting Five

Point Guard: Cedi Osman (Turkey)

Team: Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA)

Why: Cedi Osman is a versatile, athletic wing who can handle the ball and create plays. His experience in the NBA would give him an edge as a point guard in a "modernized" Ottoman Empire lineup.

Shooting Guard: Bogdan Bogdanović (Serbia)

Team: Atlanta Hawks (NBA)

Why: Bogdanović is an excellent shooter and playmaker, perfect for the shooting guard position. He’s one of the top international players, known for his scoring and leadership.

Small Forward: Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece)

Team: Milwaukee Bucks (NBA)

Why: The “Greek Freak” would obviously be a key figure. His incredible size, athleticism, and versatility make him a nightmare matchup on both ends of the court. He could play multiple positions, but small forward fits his skillset best.

Power Forward: Nikola Jokić (Serbia)

Team: Denver Nuggets (NBA)

Why: Jokić, the 2021 NBA MVP, is one of the most unique and skilled big men to ever play the game. His playmaking ability, vision, and scoring make him the perfect fit for the power forward position in a modern, up-tempo game.

Center: Enes Kanter Freedom (Turkey)

Team: Free Agent (NBA)

Why: Enes Kanter (now known as Enes Kanter Freedom) is a skilled rebounder and post player. While he might not have the versatility of a player like Giannis, his size and ability to dominate in the paint would make him a force in the center position.

>>150746905
Hello, ChatGPT. Why did you select Enes Kanter over someone more highly regarded like Alperen Şengün, Peja Stojaković, or Vlade Divac?