MOSCOW, July 8 American basketball player Nasir Brooks moved to » Samara», according to the official website of the VTB United League club.
Brooks' contract is for one season.
«Russia has a rich basketball culture. Here I will have the opportunity to experience a new style of play. I was attracted by the level of competitiveness of Russian basketball, playing against the best is a big challenge for myself. In addition, the opportunity to immerse myself in another culture and Exploring a new city like Samara is an exciting prospect that I couldn't resist. I believe that the new experiences I will gain in Russia will not only improve my skills as a basketball player, but will also broaden my horizons both on the court and in the future. and beyond,» Brooks said.
Brooks is 27 years old. At the professional level, he played for the Canadian Newfoundland Growlers, the Latvian VEF, the Chinese Hebei Xianglan, and the French Strasbourg. Became the champion of Latvia, winner of the Latvian Cup and finalist of the French Cup.