Tibor Pleiss to join Trapani Shark

07/08/202423:18

Kyle Hines, Tibor Pleiss EA7 Emporio Armani Olimpia Milano - Anadolu Efes Istanbul Euroleague 2022/2023 Milano, 22/11/2022 Foto Claudio Degaspari // Ciamillo-Castoria

The 34-year-old big man moves to Italy after 6 successful seasons in Turkey with Anadolu Efes

Trapani Shark has reached an agreement with the center they wanted to complete the roster, German Tibor Pleiss.

The player’s agency announced the deal, also presenting the long list of accolades he has earned during his career.

The 34-year-old big man moves to Italy after 6 successful seasons in Turkey with Anadolu Efes (7.8 points and 3.6 rebounds with 43% from three in the last Euroleague).

At this point the announcement of the ambitious Sicilian club is a formality, Tibor Pleiss is the last piece of the group that will be led by coach Repesa.

Tibor Pleiss will sign with Trapani Shark in Italy’s top division. The 7’3″ stretch five will bring great experience and leadership to the team. His accolades include:

Turkish Cup Final MVP (2022)
Turkish Cup winner (2022)
2× EuroLeague champion (2021, 2022)
3× Turkish League… pic.twitter.com/fdxN5WC7pe

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