Dino Rađa Hall of Fame NBA

Dino Rađa was one of the most skilled and accomplished big men to emerge from Europe, leaving a lasting impact both in the NBA and internationally. A talented scorer and tough competitor, Rađa played four seasons with the Boston Celtics in the 1990s, averaging 16.7 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. His smooth footwork, soft touch, and physical play made him a consistent threat in the post.

Before and after his NBA stint, Rađa was a dominant force in European basketball, winning multiple league titles and an Olympic silver medal with Yugoslavia in 1988. He was one of the earliest international players to thrive in the NBA, helping pave the way for future stars. Rađa was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018, celebrated for his excellence across continents.

Rađa's Awards & Records: 

• 2× EuroLeague champion (1989, 1990)
• EuroLeague Final Four MVP (1989)
• 2× FIBA European Selection (1991 2×)
• 3× FIBA EuroStar (1997–1999)
• 50 Greatest EuroLeague Contributors (2008)
• FIBA World Cup Champion (1990) – Yugoslavia
• FIBA EuroBasket Gold Medalist (1989, 1991)

NBA Records:

• NBA All-Rookie Second Team (1994)
• First Croatian-born player to play for the Boston Celtics
• One of the first European players to become a full-time starter
• Two seasons with 1,000+ points and 500+ rebounds

Career Teams:

Boston Celtics (1993–1997)

NBA Draft:
1989: 2nd round, 40th overall pick
Boston Celtics

Number Worn:
40, 14

NBA Stats:

Seasons:
4 (1993–1997)
Games Played:
224
Points:
3,733
Rebounds:
1,883
Assists:
356
Points Per Game:
16.7
Rebounds Per Game:
8.4
Assists Per Game:
1.9
Blocks Per Game:
1.3