Radivoj

Radivoj is a Slavic given name, derived from the Old Church Slavonic word "rad," meaning "counsel" or "advice," and "voj," meaning "war" or "army." The name is most commonly associated with Radivoj Korać, a Serbian professional basketball player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest European players of all time. Korać was born on March 18, 1945, in the village of Šibenik, Croatia, then part of Yugoslavia. He began his professional career with KK Bosna in Sarajevo and later played for several other clubs in Yugoslavia, including KK Crvena zvezda and KK Partizan. Korać won numerous titles and accolades throughout his career, including three EuroLeague championships with Crvena zvezda and Partizan. He was also a key member of the Yugoslav national team, which won the gold medal at the 1970 FIBA World Championship. Korać's impact on European basketball is significant, and he is often credited with helping to popularize the sport on the continent. He retired from professional basketball in 1980 and later became a successful businessman and politician. Radivoj Korać's legacy continues to be celebrated in Serbia and throughout the world, and his contributions to basketball have left a lasting impact on the sport.