Dimitrios Mavroeidis

Greek basketball player, Olympian

Dimitrios Mavroeidis - Greek basketball player, Olympian
Born

July 4th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Born in 1985, played professional basketball primarily as a center. Competed for various teams in the European leagues, including Olympiacos and AEK Athens. Represented Greece in international competitions, contributing to the national team's success. Participated in the 2006 FIBA World Championship and was part of the squad that won the gold medal at the EuroBasket 2005.

Competed in the 2006 FIBA World Championship

Won gold medal at EuroBasket 2005

Played for Olympiacos and AEK Athens

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