Vlade Divac is a retired Serbian professional basketball player and current executive. He was born on February 3, 1968, in Prijepolje, Yugoslavia. Divac played in the NBA for teams like the Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, and Sacramento Kings. He was known for his exceptional passing skills and ability to play as a center. Divac was a pioneer for European players in the NBA, helping to bridge the gap between American and international basketball. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019, recognizing his contributions to the sport both on and off the court.