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Zvezda in Trouble? NBA and EuroLeague Teams Eyeing Star Scorer!

Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet's basketball player, Jared Butler, quickly adapted to European basketball, shone in the red-and-white jersey, and became one of the key players for the Mali Kalemegdan squad, earning a reputation as a prolific scorer.
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Butler has proven to be particularly dangerous in one-on-one situations, showcasing an excellent long-range shot and a highly versatile offensive arsenal. His stellar performances in his debut season have garnered significant attention, with Meridian Sport reporting interest from several EuroLeague and even NBA teams for his services.

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The former Utah, Oklahoma, Washington, and Philadelphia player, who also briefly played for the Los Angeles Lakers before last season, made 32 EuroLeague appearances for the red-and-whites, averaging 13.4 points and 3.7 assists.

Following the conclusion of the ABA League season, Butler expressed his desire to remain with Crvena Zvezda.

- I'd love to be here next season as well. I've had a fantastic time in Belgrade. The people have embraced me and shown me a lot of love. Of course, I'll see what options I have this summer, but yes – I want to stay. Jared Butler

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