Christos Tapoutos

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Christos Tapoutos (Greek: Χρήστος Ταπούτος; born September 22, 1982 in Thessaloniki, Greece) is a Greek professional basketball player currently playing for AEK Athens BC. He plays as a forward and during his early professional years he was considered as a great european talent.

[edit] Career

He started his career with Achilleas Triandrias. In 1999 we joined Near East BC for two seasons before earning a transfer to AEK Athens BC where he played till 2004. He then moved to Iraklis BC (2004/05), and afterwards to Panionios BC (2005/06) before returning to AEK Athens BC.

[edit] Achievements

He was considered as the most 'spectacular' Greek player in his age in 2001.
Entered the 2002 & 2003 NBA Drafts but withdraw later.
Won the Greek Championship with AEK Athens BC in 2002.
Won the Bronze Medal in 2000 Eurobasket for Junior Men.
Won the Gold Medal in 2002 Eurobasket for Young Men.
Won the Silver Medal in 2001 Mediterranean Games.
He was the 1st scorer of the Eurobasket Challenge Round for Young Men in July 2001 averaging 27 points.
He debuted with the Men's National Team on August 8, 2001 vs Israel . Has 27 caps and scored 216 points.