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Theo Papaloukas (1995-Present)
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Teams: Abelokipoi (GRE), Dafni (GRE), Panionios (GRE), Olympiacos (GRE), CSKA Moscow (RUS)
Summary: Theo Papaloukas changed the concept of the sixth man in modern basketball by not only dominating games, but an entire competition, despite coming off the bench every night. Papaloukas is a tall playmaker with outstanding leadership and passing skills who led CSKA to the 2006 Euroleague title, the club's first in 35 years, and then won the 2007 Euroleague MVP. Papaloukas also helped Greece capture gold at EuroBasket 2005 and the silver medal at the 2006 World Championships. And with CSKA, he won five consecutive Russian League titles. At age 30, Papaloukas is only now at the prime of his career. |
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WHAT THEY SAY...
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Theo Papaloukas:
"I think it's a very big honor. If you see the other 49 names it is unbelievable. I grew up watching many of the other players and beingincluded in this list is really like a gift for me."
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50 GREATEST CONTRIBUTORS LIST
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COACHES
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REFEREES
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Artenik Aradabjian
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Mikhail Davidov
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Lubomir Kotleba
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Ivan Mainini
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Costas Rigas
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