Stéphane Lasme

Gabonese basketball player, NBA presence

Stéphane Lasme - Gabonese basketball player, NBA presence
Born

December 17th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Gabon

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Born in Gabon, a professional basketball player, Lasme gained recognition for his athleticism and defensive skills. He played college basketball for the University of Massachusetts and earned acclaim as an All-Atlantic 10 player. Lasme competed in the NBA, primarily with the Miami Heat, and also had stints overseas in countries such as France and Turkey. His international career included representing Gabon in various competitions, contributing to the growth of basketball in his home country.

Played for Miami Heat in the NBA

Won the Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year

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