Guy Pnini
Israeli basketball player
Played professional basketball primarily for Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. Contributed to the team's success by participating in multiple national championships and European competitions. Also represented the Israeli national basketball team in international tournaments.
Won the Israeli Basketball Cup with Maccabi Tel Aviv
Competed in the EuroLeague
Represented Israel in the FIBA Basketball World Cup
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