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Could a Dirk Nowitzki Led All International Team Beat Team USA?

By Isaac Harris
Oct 20, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) talks with Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 20, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) talks with Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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April 5, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) shoots the basketball against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Oracle Arena. The Timberwolves defeated the Warriors 124-117. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
April 5, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) shoots the basketball against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Oracle Arena. The Timberwolves defeated the Warriors 124-117. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Shooting Guard

Nicolas Batum (France)

Andrew Wiggins (Canada)

Manu Ginobili (Argentina)

Batum is normally a small forward, but he could find himself playing two guard this year in Charlotte with the departure of Courtney Lee. In this case, I have him suiting up next to his Frenchmen teammate in the backcourt. He would provide a 3-and-D type of presence at shooting guard.

Backing up Batum I would have Wiggins and Ginobili. Wiggins continues to grow into his potential as he is overflowing with athleticism. He would provide a spark off the bench on both the scoring and defensive ends.

Ginobili is a must for this team as his leadership and experience would be irreplaceable. He could run the second unit and provide an offensive punch off the bench.

Next: The Duo at Small Forward

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