Damir Markota

Croatian basketball player, EuroLeague champion

Damir Markota - Croatian basketball player, EuroLeague champion
Born

December 26th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Croatia

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Began professional career in 2002 with Split and played for multiple European clubs. Played in the NBA for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2006-2007 season. Achieved success in the EuroLeague, winning the championship with Panathinaikos in 2009. Additionally participated in the Croatian national team during international competitions.

Won the EuroLeague championship with Panathinaikos in 2009

Played for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA

Competed in the Croatian national basketball team

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