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Bira Maciel

Brazilian basketball player (1944–2002)

  • Fame44.1
  • Momentum0.0
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Lived 1944–2002, aged 58Brazil
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  • Era
    1944–2002
    Aged 58
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Summary
Updated 2026-06-25

Ubiratan "Bira" Pereira Maciel, commonly known as Bira Maciel, or simply Bira, was a professional basketball player from Brazil. He was born in São Paulo, Brazil. At a height of 1.99 m tall, he played at the center position. He is often regarded as the best Brazilian center of all time. He was nicknamed "O Rei".

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  • Reyer Venezia Mestre
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  • FIBA Hall of Fame
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