Nicolás Brussino

Basketball player, played for Dallas Mavericks

Nicolás Brussino - Basketball player, played for Dallas Mavericks
Born

March 2nd, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Professional basketball player with Argentine-Italian heritage. Played for the national team and competed in international tournaments, including the FIBA Basketball World Cup. Played in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks and participated in the Spanish Liga ACB with clubs such as Obradoiro. Gained experience in European basketball, showcasing skills and versatility on the court.

Played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA

Represented Argentina in international competitions

Competed in Liga ACB with Obradoiro

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