Filip Petrusev

Filip Petrusev is a Serbian big man who can finish near the rim, run the floor and keep an attack alive with an offensive rebound. His mobility gives coaches several ways to use him. He can set a screen and move directly to the basket, wait briefly to create a clear passing lane, or move to open space when another center plays inside. Facing the basket, he can attack when a defender arrives late and prevent the defense from treating him only as a player close to the rim. The important detail is selection. A quick, balanced finish is stronger than forcing a dribble into a crowded area, and an immediate pass can preserve an advantage created by someone else. Petrusev's international record shows production across age groups before his role with Serbia's senior team became established. In medal-winning squads, he has provided efficient scoring, rebounding and size beside different inside partners. Defensively, his task changes with the lineup. He may protect the area near the rim, step toward the player with the ball after a screen or return to a mobile forward. Those actions require communication because one late step can leave a rebound open behind him. His complete value comes from doing several jobs near the basket without demanding the same type of attack every time down the court.

Player profile

• Born on April 15, 2000
• Listed at 210 cm by FIBA
• Can finish after a screen or attack while facing the basket

• Date of birth: April 15, 2000
• Current club: Serbia national team
• Place of birth: Belgrade, Serbia
• Price on Transfermarkt: €0.00
• Stronger leg: Both
• Height: 210 sm
• Position: Centre-back
• Serbia national team:
  Matches: 0, Goals: 0, Assists: 0