Georgios Makaras
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 30, 1966 Serres, Greece |
| Nationality | Greek |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Position | Small forward |
| Career history | |
| 1979–1986 | Thyella Serron |
| 1986–1992 | PAOK |
| 1992–1997 | Peristeri |
| Career highlights and awards | |
As player:
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Giorgos Makaras (Greek: Γιώργος Μακαράς; born June 30, 1966) is a retired Greek professional basketball player.
Professional career
Makaras started his career from his homeland local team Thyella Serron. In 1984–85 season Thyella promoted in the Greek Basket League, and Makaras was one of the headliners of the team. Makaras played for first in the Greek Basket League during 1985–86 season.[1] Despite the relegation of his club, Makaras transferred to PAOK in 1986. Makaras played six years for PAOK, and he won the FIBA European Cup Winners' Cup in 1991. He also played in three defeated finals for the Greek Basketball Cup. At the FIBA European Cup Winners' Cup final Makaras despite he end the game scoreless, having four rebounds and had a bravely performance playing like a Center (basketball) for many minutes.[2] In 1991 he released from PAOK, and joined to Peristeri B.C. After five years with the Athenian club, he announced his retirement at the age of 31.[3]
Greek national team
Makaras has 15 caps with Greek national basketball team and scoring 103 points. He took part at FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament 1988. He also played in all Greek youth teams.
References
- ^ Βασίλης Αναστασιάδης. "Σέρρες: 31 χρόνια από την άνοδος της Θύελλας στην Α1 – ert.gr". ert.gr. Retrieved 2017-07-11.
- ^ "Πέρασαν 26 χρόνια από το Κύπελλο Κυπελλούχων του ΠΑΟΚ στην Γενεύη – ΠΑΟΚ – SPORT 24". sport24.gr. Retrieved 2017-07-11.
- ^ ""Αντίο" στο μπάσκετ από τον Μακαρά – Ομάδα – Επικαιρότητα – Τα Νέα Οnline". tanea.gr. Retrieved 2017-07-11.