Omri Casspi

Israeli basketball player, NBA forward

Omri Casspi - Israeli basketball player, NBA forward
Born

June 22nd, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Israel

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An Israeli basketball player, became the first Israeli to be drafted into the NBA in 2009. Played for multiple NBA teams including the Sacramento Kings, Cleveland Cavaliers, and New Orleans Pelicans. Contributed significantly to team dynamics and performance during his career. Represented the Israeli national team in international competitions, earning accolades for performances in European championships.

First Israeli player drafted in the NBA

Played in the NBA for teams such as Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers

Competed for the Israeli national team

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