Pascal Roller
German basketball player and Olympian
Born
November 20th, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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This basketball player played professionally for several German teams, including Alba Berlin and Bamme Fichten. The player represented Germany in international competitions, including the Olympics and FIBA World Championships. Contributions to national team success included participating in the 2002 FIBA World Championship and the 2004 Athens Olympics, where the team reached significant milestones.
Played for Alba Berlin in the Bundesliga
Represented Germany in the 2004 Olympics
Competed in the 2002 FIBA World Championship
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