Ilija Milijasevic

Ilija Milijašević (G | 189 cm | ’04)~ Spartak Subotica, Serbia

Ilija Milijašević was probably the best shot creators at the tournament. The way he pulled up some of the off-the dribble shots was really amazing and not many players at that age are capable of pulling that out. It looked like that he is much more confident in his shots off the dribble than in the catch & shoot shots. He has advanced ball handling skills and can easily create enough separation for the shot or to force help defense to come closer and he can then dish an assist. Sometimes he wanted to show a little too much and got himself into a tough spot that resulted in a turnover. Ilija was not very effective in finishing closer to the rim and his main offensive weapon was his off the dribble shot from the top and he needs to get better as a finisher at the rim or add more in-between game. Plays pesky on-ball defense and has good instincts for steals. Ilija gives the “gunner guard” vibes but the questionable shot selection and too many turnovers can be an issue in the process of translating his game to pro competitions.

Ilija Milijašević (’04) didn’t have a big offensive impact in this game as he usually does. Was playing mostly off-ball and wasn’t taking many shots or initiating the offense. Took a few three point shots but most of them missed the target and made an important and1 in transition when Dynamic needed some points. Proved in some possessions that his ball handling skills are tight and on elite level when he has thrown the defense out of balance easily. 

Ilija Milijašević (G | 185 cm | ‘04) ~ Serbia

14.2 pts, 2FG-52.4%, 3FG-34.6%, FT-81.5%, 2.8 rebs, 2.0 ast, 2.0 stl, 1.8 to, 0.0 blks

Milijašević has advanced handles and scoring game for his age. With his shiftines and great ball control he likes to break the defender and get to the rim or take a shot. His shot selection is sometimes a little questionable and he could make better decisions when to take a shot or go to the rim. Mostly playing with the ball in his hands and wasn’t that effective when playing off-ball. Even though his assists numbers weren’t that high he has a good eye for team mates too but overall more scoring oriented than a true playmaker. When locked in, he can play aggressive on ball defense and go for steals with his quick hands. Doesn’t have the best size and at the moment I’m not completely sure how his game will translate to pro level but the talent is there.