Kevin Pangos

Basketball player, notable for European leagues

Kevin Pangos - Basketball player, notable for European leagues
Born

January 26th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1993, this basketball player gained recognition in both Canadian and European leagues. After a successful collegiate career at Gonzaga University, where he played from 2011 to 2015 and reached the NCAA Tournament multiple times, he transitioned to professional basketball. Playing for clubs like EuroLeague's FC Barcelona and other European teams, significant achievements include depth contributions during playoffs and showcasing skills in high-stakes competitions across Europe. Representing Canada in international tournaments solidified his position within the sport.

Contributed to FC Barcelona's EuroLeague campaigns

Achieved significant success in NCAA tournaments

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