The Sydney Kings latest foreign recruit Josh Powell won two NBA titles in the United States alongside the likes of Kobe Bryant.
Now the 206cm-tall forward wants to bring success back to the harbour city after a drought stretching back to 2005.
'It's just a dope city to be in and be a part of.'
He admits he knows little about the NBL but he's heard nothing but good things about Sydney and he's looking forward to exploring the city and seeing Australia.
"It's just a dope city to be in and be a part of," he said.
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The 33-year-old is also committed to his own charity foundation called 21 Reasons to Give and he wants to help struggling communities here too.
With signings like Powell and fellow imports Bo Liu of China and American college player Michael Bryson, the tide may be about to turn for the Kings.
"I want to be part of something special," he said.
His first game at home will be Saturday's match against the Cairns Taipans.
