Bora Paçun
Turkish basketball player
Born
May 27th, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Turkey
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Played professional basketball primarily in Turkey and had a stint in the United States. Competed in multiple domestic leagues and international competitions. Contributed to teams in different capacities, showcasing talent on the court.
Played for Türk Telekom
Represented Turkey in international competitions
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