The Turkish player,Ersan ILYASOVA, is back with the Bucks and being counted on as an important part of coach Scott Skiles' power forward rotation. He's played competitively at a very high level," Skiles said. "Just look at his body; his body is filled out. That comes from playing with one of the top clubs in Europe and also playing a starring role for Turkey's national team. That comes from playing with one of the top clubs in Europe and also playing a starring role for Turkey's national team. "All the time my goal was to get back," Ilyasova said. "I went overseas to be a good player and improve. I think I did really well for Barca the last two years. I played a lot of games there." Ilyasova helped Barcelona reach the Euroleague final four during the past season, a prestigious accomplishment for any top European club. He averaged 10.5 points and 7.0 rebounds in 22 Euroleague games, while shooting 49.5% from the field and 40.3% from three-point range. It's a good time for Ilyasova now, returning to the NBA and Milwaukee, a city he enjoyed during his two years here. Next summer he will enjoy another challenge as Turkey plays host to the 2010 World Championship.
