Signed by Charlotte in late February, just days after being waived by Oklahoma City, Pokusevski was ultimately let go by the Hornets on July 6. He was among the players officially unveiled by Partizan Belgrade on Monday, a list that included Frank Ntilikina, Sterling Brown, Duane Washington Jr., and Isaac Bonga. Carlik Jones and Bruno Caboclo, who also have prior NBA experience, were not in attendance but are expected to suit up for Partizan this season.

Pokusevski was one of several former Oklahoma City Thunder players who came to Charlotte via midseason trade in 2023-24. The young stretch four averaged 7.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game with the Hornets. It doesn’t seem like he’s solidified himself as a legitimate rotation player, so his fantasy appeal as a free agent is low ahead of 2024-25.

Poku has slowly started to see more minutes for the Hornets, and he has turned in some solid performances recently. He has scored in double figures in four of their last five games, including a season-high 14 points in a revenge game against the Thunder on Sunday. Poku may not be as highly regarded as he once was, but he still has upside. He should continue to get a chance to prove it over their final two games of the season, but even if he plays well, he isn’t a player to target in drafts next season.

Initially considered doubtful for Monday’s game, Pokusevski has been cleared to play. With Nick Richards (foot) ruled out, more minutes will be available in the frontcourt, even if Poku is not considered a center. He isn’t worth streaming in this spot; Davis Bertans is more worthy of that gamble.