Álex Abrines
Spanish basketball player and NBA champion
Born
August 1st, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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A professional basketball player from Spain, prominent in the NBA and European leagues. Played for FC Barcelona before joining the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA. Helped lead the Spanish national team to considerable success, including a victory at the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Known for strong shooting skills and versatility on the court.
Won the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup
Played for FC Barcelona and Oklahoma City Thunder
Contributed to Spain's EuroBasket 2017 success
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