Vlatko Čančar

Vlatko Čančar, a professional basketball player from Koper, Slovenia, was born on April 10, 1997. He plays as a forward and is known for his versatility on the court. Standing at 6 feet 8 inches and weighing 236 pounds, Čančar has a strong physical presence that complements his playing style. Čančar was drafted into the NBA in 2017 by the Denver Nuggets as the 49th overall pick in the second round. He made his NBA debut in 2019, marking the start of his professional basketball career in the league. Over the course of his career, he has developed a reputation for his defensive skills and ability to contribute off the bench. In the 2024 regular season, Čančar played 13 games, averaging 10.5 minutes per game. During this time, he maintained a scoring average of 1.8 points per game, along with 2.46 rebounds and 0.7 assists per game. His defensive contributions included an average of 0.23 steals per game. Čančar's shooting percentages for that season included a 38.5% field goal percentage and a 26.7% three-point shooting accuracy. Vlatko Čančar continues to be an active player for the Denver Nuggets, wearing jersey number 31, and contributes to the team's efforts in both regular and postseason play.