Ubiratan "Bira" Pereira Maciel, commonly known as Bira Maciel, or simply Bira (January 18, 1944 – July 17, 2002), was a professional basketball player from Brazil. He was born in São Paulo, Brazil. At a height of 1.99 m (6' 6⁄2") tall, he played at the center position. He is often regarded as the best Brazilian center of all time. He was nicknamed "O Rei" (English: "The King").
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18 January 1944 São Paulo, Brazil
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Died |
17 July 2002 (aged 58) Brasilia, Brazil
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Zodiac | Capricorn |
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