The 2016 NBA draft is projected as a strong draft class as it features international prospects like Ben Simmons from Australia, Skal Labissierre from Haiti, and Jamal Murray from Canada.

Not only are those prospects considered phenoms, but scouts also see them as potential franchise players in the future.

Now, another foreigner prospect is making a lot of noise and that is Croatian power forward/center Dragan Bender. Just this year, another Croatian was drafted in the Top 5 in Mario Hezonja. Can he follow his footsteps?

One thing for sure though, is he is still young and has plenty of time to develop his skills. For someone who is 7'1, he possesses skills that is a commodity in today's game.

"I'm the youngest on the team. Rookie duties," the Croatian phenomenon said.

His 3-point shooting can be compared to the likes of Dirk Nowitzki and Latvian rookie Kristaps Porzingis. With that said, his coach gave some background and insights on the prospect.

"I didn't know what to expect of Dragan," said Maccabi head coach Guy Goodes. "But he surprised me. He's still learning how to play at a high level, makes some mistakes, and forgot a few defensive assignments. But he's young and has given us solid 15-20 minutes per game."

"He is focused on the mechanics of his three-point shot, which is something he invested a lot of work into over the summer," Goodes told Bleacher Report. "His game has matured from the minor league, because he is playing with better players and isn't the center of attention."

"He hit some wide-open shots, has active hands, changed shots and got deflections. Still, he needs to improve his penetration under contact. He struggled with that a bit. His body is extremely long, so he can get defenders up in the air, but it's a learning process."

Here are some of his game highlights.