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Rafael Rullán
Personal information
Born (1952-01-08)8 January 1952
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Died 4 May 2025(2025-05-04) (aged 73)
Madrid, Spain
Listed height 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m)
Listed weight 236 lb (107 kg)
Career information
Pro career 1969–1988
Career history
1969–1987 Real Madrid
1987–1988 Collado Villalba
Career highlights and awards
  • 5× FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (1976–1978, 1981)
  • EuroLeague champion (1974, 1978–1980)
  • 5× FIBA European Selection (1976, 1977, 1979, 1981 ×2)
  • FIBA Saporta Cup champion (1984)
  • 14× Spanish League champion (1970–1977, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1984–1986)
  • 9× Spanish Cup winner (1970–1975, 1977, 1985, 1986)
Medals
Representing  Spain
Men's Basketball
FIBA EuroBasket
Silver 1973 Spain

Rafael Rullán Ribera (born January 8, 1952 – died May 4, 2025) was a famous Spanish professional basketball player. He was a very skilled center. He could also play as a power forward. Rafael Rullán was one of the biggest stars for Real Madrid. He played for them throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

Playing for Clubs

Rafael Rullán was a key player for Real Madrid. He helped them win many important titles.

EuroLeague Success

Real Madrid won three EuroLeague championships with Rullán. These wins happened in 1974, 1978, and 1980. He also helped them win the FIBA Saporta Cup in 1984. In the 1980 EuroLeague Final, he played amazingly. He scored 27 points against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Spanish League and Cup Wins

During his 18 seasons with Real Madrid, Rullán won many titles. He won the Spanish League championship 14 times. He also won the Spanish King's Cup 9 times.

Playing for Spain

Rullán also played for the senior Spain men's national basketball team. He played in 161 games for his country. He helped Spain win a silver medal at the EuroBasket 1973 tournament.

His Passing

Rafael Rullán passed away on May 4, 2025. He was 73 years old.

More Information

  • FIBA Player Profile
  • FIBA Europe Profile
  • The Legend, Real Madrid: Rafael Rullan
  • Real Madrid Legend Profile
  • Spanish League Profile

See also

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