Madrid center Walter Tavares makes history again in the Euroleague

Walter TavaresCape Verde Center real madridThe two-time EuroLeague champion (2018 and 2023) with the Madrid team and already the competition’s all-time top blocker, added another milestone to his career after the match. He moved into first place on the EuroLeague’s all-time rebounding list.

Tavares, 33 years old and 2.20 meters tall, had 11 rebounds against Maccabi Tel Aviv.And he was able to reach the figure of 2,016 rebounds.more than his career total. 2010 Written by Parius Jankunas, It currently occupies 2nd place.

Next on the list are two players who are still active. Armani Milan American Center Kyle Hinesand 1,855 reboundsand Azulgrana Jan Veselyand 1,838 He still hopes to finish the season on the podium among EuroLeague’s all-time top rebounders.

Another madridista, in this case already like the original, Felipe Reyes Complete TOP5 1,799 rejections.

Euroleague top rebounder

1. Walter Tavares – 2,016 rebounds
2. Parius Jankunas – 2,010 rebounds
3. Kyle Hines – 1,855 rebounds
4. Jan Vesely – 1,838 rebounds
5. Felipe Reyes 1,799 rebounds

Tavares has been a member of Real Madrid since the 2017/18 season. Achieved a record rebound (6th in this game) in the 3rd quarter. He recorded 9 points and 1 block in 27 minutes of play.

“I don’t think that would have been possible if I hadn’t been here for so long, eight or nine years. I’ve watched Felipe continue to pick up rebounds over the years! To accomplish this in just nine years is unbelievable. I want to keep up this pace and do my best until I retire.”After achieving the record, Tavares announced it on his social networks.