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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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Feb 5, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Tony Snell (20) guards Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Bulls 115-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Tony Snell (20) guards Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Bulls 115-110. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /

Small Forward

Danilo Gallinari (Italy)

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece)

Gallinari gets the nod at small forward for me as the Italian is one of the more underrated players in the NBA. Battling with injuries over the past couple of years, Gallinari is commonly looked over, but the Italian can score from all over the court.

The Greek Freak is a lock for this roster and could challenge Gallinari for the starting spot. Antetokounmpo continues to rise up that charts as one of the better younger players in the league. His versatility to play multiple positions would be crucial for the international team.

Just missing the cut would be Al-Farouq Aminu.

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