Dragan Bender
Basketball player with NBA experience
Born
November 17th, 1997
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Croatia
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A professional basketball player from Croatia, made a significant mark in the NBA after being selected as the fourth overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns. Played for the Suns and later joined the Golden State Warriors. Demonstrated skills as a forward and contributed to various teams in both the NBA and international competitions. Represented Croatia in FIBA tournaments, showcasing talent on a global stage.
Selected fourth overall in the 2016 NBA Draft
Played for the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors
Represented Croatia in multiple FIBA tournaments
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