Robin Lopez

Basketball player and center for the NBA

Robin Lopez - Basketball player and center for the NBA
Born

April 1st, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1988, this professional basketball player participated in the NBA for multiple teams starting from 2008. Played as a center, distinguished for contributions to teams such as the Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, and Chicago Bulls. Achieved an NBA championship title with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021. Developed a reputation for defensive skills and rebounding ability.

Played for Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers

Won NBA championship with Milwaukee Bucks in 2021

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