"I would say, first, I want to play in Europe. I want to finish my career there. I want to live there most of the time, and hopefully, once I have kids, I want them to go over there with me and experience those emotions-being close to home; having it be easier for my parents to fly in; and having it be easier for my friends to come visit."
"As far as developing basketball in Georgia, that is one of my goals...We have a good league, and it is developing, but I think we can do so much better and grow it even more. There are kids who love basketball and want to become basketball players, and I think doing summer camps, bringing in coaches, and showing more of the talent level we have in Georgia will hopefully help us continue to develop."
Sandro Mamukelashvili has quickly become a fan favorite for the Toronto Raptors after signing a two-year, $5.5 million deal. This season, he averaged a career-high 10.8 points across 65 games, earning 12 starts. Beyond statistics, his playing style and attitude resonate with fans who hope he remains with Toronto long-term. However, Mamukelashvili has outlined different plans for his future. He intends to play in Europe after his NBA career ends, wanting to live there and raise his family closer to his roots in Georgia. Additionally, he aims to develop basketball in Georgia through summer camps and coaching initiatives, helping young players pursue the sport while growing the league's talent level.
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