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Andrei Folbert

Romanian basketball player (1931-2003)

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Born: January 6, 1931
Died: September 9, 2003
Birthplace: Bucharest
Citizenship: Romania
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1.Stated in Sports-Reference.comsports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/fo/andrei-folbert-1.htmlRetrieved 2016-01-25
2.Stated in FIBA databaseRetrieved 2025-06-05
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Occupation: basketball player
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1.Stated in Basketball ReferenceRetrieved 2022-04-23
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Height: 178 cm
Languages spoken, written or signed: Romanian

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Andrei Folbert, nicknamed "The Hope" by his fans and officially known as "The Magician under the boards", was a professional basketball player and captain of the Romanian basketball team for 25 years. As a player and coach he served the basketball magic for over 38 years. Folbert was known throughout his career for being a strong clutch performer. He decided numerous games with his plays. His competitiveness was visible in his prolific talk and well-known work ethic. Being the complete player, characterized by speed, long range shooting skills, astonishing dribbling and perfect ball handling, surprisingly assists and steals, he put his trademark delivering a spectacular game and creating a unique, unforgettable show remembered even after 50 years by the attendance. He is unanimously recognized, as the All Time Best Romanian Basketball Player.

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