NBA: Top 10 international players in the league

Steve Nash #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers

3. Luol Deng

Luol Deng #9 of the Chicago Bulls

Luol Deng #9 of the Chicago Bulls

Born in South Sudan, Deng fled the country with his family as a child and grew up in the United Kingdom. The 28-year-old turned pro in 2004.

Last season, Deng proved his true worth. The Brit led the Bulls squad in scoring and was also one of their best defensive players. He averaged 16.5 PPG, 6.5 RPG and 3.0 APG. In the absence of Rose, Deng, along with Noah and Carlos Boozer, carried the team both offensively and defensively. He’s one of the true all-rounders in the league.

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Deng always guards the best offensive guards and forwards in the opposing team. His perimeter defence has improved remarkably. Deng was nominated to the All-Star team for the first time in the 2011-12 season. He made the cut yet again last season. With The return of Derrick Rose, Deng will be hoping to further his game and also to play a major role in the Bulls’ title challenge.

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