Dino Rađa
Croatian basketball player with NBA success
Born
April 24th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Croatia
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A professional basketball player played primarily as a center and power forward. Achieved prominence in the NBA with the Boston Celtics and spent significant time in European leagues. Represented Croatia in international competitions, contributing to the national team’s success. Secured medals at the Olympics and FIBA World Championships during the 1990s.
Won an NBA championship with the Boston Celtics in 2008
Achieved a silver medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics
Won a bronze medal at the 1994 FIBA World Championship
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