Kristaps Porziņģis
Latvian basketball player; NBA All-Star
Born
August 2nd, 1995
29 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Latvia
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Born in Latvia in 1995, a basketball player gained attention as a skilled center and power forward. Moved to the NBA, where select teams included the New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, and the Boston Celtics. Achieved recognition for versatility, shot-blocking, and three-point shooting. Selected as the fourth overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft by the Knicks. Earned an NBA All-Star selection in 2018, showcasing performance and skill at a high level. Contributed to international competitions representing Latvia, helping to elevate the profile of basketball in the country.
Selected as the 4th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft
Named an NBA All-Star in 2018
Played for the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks
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