Philadelphia 76ers Fans Finally Meet Rookie Power Forward Dario Saric

After two years of courting the hope of finally seeing the arrival of Dario Saric, Philadelphia 76ers fans have finally been formally introduced to the “Croatian Sensation”

The Croatian Sensation.

He is the “boy next door” making it big-time in the NBA. Dario Saric certainly fits the blue-collar mold which is so important for Philadelphia. He is more than just a young man who has arrived wide eyed to the NBA. He is a rookie who stands, commands and understands the NBA like a seasoned veteran.

Now, he is a blue collar Philadelphia 76er.   However you see it, this is going to be good.

For the past two seasons, Dario Saric has honed his craft in Europe against basketball veterans, and held his own. During that time, he’s developed a three point shot and a resolve that won’t quit. He’s banged boards, taken some blows but dished some out as well, and continued to score and rebound.

In the forge of European basketball, he has been tempered with resolve, skill, and courage.

Previously, we had an introductory story about Saric when there was still doubt as to his arrival. If you get the time, it’s worth a read.  Even if you do not seek out sports biographies, you’ll enjoy reading the story of a young man born to a Croatian basketball family.  Here’s an excerpt from that story, the part about loyalty that truly hits home with me: