Hogs’ Croatian Big Man Benefitting from Work with Aidoo, Brazile

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Kentucky Wildcats forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) fives guard Rob Dillingham (0) during the second half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Where Zvonimir Ivisic fits into Coach John Calipari’s rotation this season remains an unknown heading into the start of practice. While much of the Razorbacks’ front court hype will center around both Jonas Aidoo and Trevon Brazile, Arkansas’ success could be dependent on the development of the big Croatian.

Ivisic had his moments last season in limited action, including an eruption of 18 points, five rebounds and four blocks against Alabama. He can be a rim protector when needed and be the type of stretch forwards NBA scouts fall in love with, but Calipari wants more out of him.

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“Biggest thing is you’ve got to get in the best shape of his life and that’s hard, especially when you are 7-2,” Calipari said. “[Ivisic] is a great kid and we’ve got to just figure out where are we using him. How are we using him? He’s skilled for that size, good passer.”…

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