Nikola Vučević
Basketball player, All-Star center
Born
October 24th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Montenegro
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A professional basketball player, primarily played as a center. Drafted in 2011 and has played for teams including the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic. Achieved recognition as an NBA All-Star in 2021 while playing for the Chicago Bulls. Notable for averaging double-doubles consistently throughout his career. Represents Montenegro in international competitions.
Selected for the NBA All-Star game in 2021
Averaged over 20 points and 10 rebounds per game in multiple seasons
Played for the Orlando Magic from 2012 to 2021
Won the Montenegrin Championship in 2009
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