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Inside Timo Malovec’s rise: Miami freshman thriving after transition from European pro ball
- Malovec, a 17-year-old Slovak freshman, thrives after moving from Europe to join Miami.
- He treats Miami like a professional club, seeking development and a bigger role than in Europe.
- Malovec faced a tough first practice, nearly puking as he adjusted to higher intensity.
- Malovec adapted from European playbooks with up to 80 plays to a more read-and-react college system.
- Malovec contributed a season-high 16 points in 31 minutes against Southern Miss.
- He provides Miami with three-point shooting as the team heads into ACC play.
- The move to Miami followed his time in Europe and Serbia after high school.
- Malovec emphasizes development as his main goal at Miami.
- Miami coach Jai Lucas and staff are viewed as key to his growth.
- Malovec’s adaptation included adjusting to a different language and city in the U.S.
- His experience reflects a broader transition from European pro systems to college basketball.
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