Bogdan Bogdanovic
Serbian professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets and all-time leading scorer for Serbia.
Bogdan Bogdanović (Serbian Cyrillic: Богдан Богдановић; born 18 August 1992) is a Serbian professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He also represents the Serbian national team. He was selected by the Phoenix Suns with the 27th overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft, with his draft rights being traded to the Sacramento Kings during the 2016 NBA draft. Bogdanović earned an All-EuroLeague First Team, a All-FIBA EuroBasket Team and was selected two times to the All-FIBA World Cup First Team. He helped Serbia win the bronze medal and was named to the FIBA Olympics All-Second Team at 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. He is the all-time leading scorer for Serbia.
- Nationality
- Serbian
- Jersey Number
- 13
- Key Skill
- Three-point shooting and pick-and-roll creation
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
Bogdanović began playing organized basketball with ŠKK Zvezdara, a club in Belgrade. In April 2008, he moved on to Žitko Basket. In September 2010, 18-year-old Bogdanović signed his first professional contract with Partizan. In May 2014, he was voted the EuroLeague Rising Star of the season. On 11 July 2014, Bogdanović officially signed a four-year contract with Fenerbahçe. On 7 May 2015, he was voted the EuroLeague Rising Star for the second season in a row, becoming only the second player, after Nikola Mirotić, to win the award twice. In 2017, he helped Fenerbahçe win their first ever EuroLeague championship. In 2020, he was named to the EuroLeague 2010–20 All-Decade Team. On 13 July 2017, Bogdanović's rights were traded to the Sacramento Kings.
In Their Own Story
In a February ABA League away game versus Cibona, Bogdanović scored a career-high 32 points, also adding 4 rebounds and 5 assists. In the EuroLeague victory over CSKA Moscow in Belgrade, Bogdanović scored a career-high 27 points, shooting 10 for 16 from the field. On 20 March 2015, Bogdanović set a season-high of 25 points, and added 4 assists, in a 98–77 win over Emporio Armani Milano. On 26 March 2015, in a game against Unicaja Málaga, he scored a 20-meter distance buzzer beater at the end of the second quarter. In the 2016–17 season, Bogdanović helped Fenerbahçe win their first ever EuroLeague championship, as they beat out Olympiacos, by a score of 80–64, in the championship game.
Reader's Guide
Bogdan Bogdanović was selected by the Phoenix Suns with the 27th overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft. On 23 June 2016, on the night of the 2016 NBA draft, the Suns traded his rights to the Sacramento Kings along with Georgios Papagiannis, Skal Labissière and the Detroit Pistons' 2020 second-round pick, in exchange for the draft rights of Marquese Chriss. On 13 July 2017, Bogdanović's rights were held by the Sacramento Kings. He made his NBA debut on October 17, 2018. He is known for his three-point shooting and pick-and-roll creation. He wears jersey number 13.
Did You Know?
- Bogdanović was voted the EuroLeague Rising Star for two consecutive seasons (2014 and 2015), becoming only the second player after Nikola Mirotić to win the award twice.
- He scored a 20-meter distance buzzer beater at the end of the second quarter in a 2015 EuroLeague game against Unicaja Málaga.
- Bogdanović is the all-time leading scorer for the Serbian national team.
- He helped Fenerbahçe win their first ever EuroLeague championship in 2017, beating Olympiacos 80–64 in the final.
- In the 2014 ABA League finals series against Red Star Belgrade, Bogdanović averaged 30.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bogdan Bogdanovic?
He is a Serbian shooting guard wearing number 13 who joined the Hawks after playing professionally overseas. Since his debut in October 2018, he has established himself as a key backcourt player for Atlanta.
What role does Bogdan Bogdanovic play?
Bogdanovic serves as a primary scoring option and secondary ball-handler who creates offense through pick-and-roll situations. His elite shooting range stretches defenses open for teammates while he handles playmaking duties when needed.
When did Bogdan Bogdanovic officially join the Hawks?
Although drafted by the franchise in 2014, he officially signed his contract with the team in July 2017 following a successful stint abroad. He made his actual NBA debut for Atlanta on October 17, 2018.
What are Bogdan Bogdanovic's key skills?
He is renowned for his elite three-point shooting and ability to perform in clutch, high-pressure moments. His crafty playmaking allows him to facilitate offense effectively alongside his scoring output.
Why is Bogdan Bogdanovic important to the Hawks?
His acquisition helped shift the team toward a more versatile, guard-heavy style of play that relies on offensive spark. As a cornerstone of the backcourt, he provides consistent scoring and leadership during critical games.