Vincent Poirier
French professional basketball player
Born
October 17th, 1993
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Played professional basketball in Europe and the NBA. Began career in France before moving to the NBA. Played for the Philadelphia 76ers, contributing to the team's roster. Also represented the French national team in international competitions, showcasing talent on the global stage.
Played for the Philadelphia 76ers
Competed in international tournaments for France
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