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Puerto Rican Basketball Legend José "Piculín" Ortiz Dies at 62

José "Piculín" Ortiz, a pioneering Puerto Rican basketball legend and four-time Olympian, has passed away at the age of 62. He was widely celebrated for his extensive career, including a record 20 years playing for the Puerto Rican National Team.

5 May, 13:17 — 5 May, 13:17
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YahooMostly Factual96d ago

Played for the Puerto Rican National Team a record 20 …

Played for the Puerto Rican National Team a record 20 …

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la-vanguardia5 May, 11:33First to report

Muere Piculín Ortiz, pionero del baloncesto portorriqueño y cuatro veces olímpico

el-mundo5 May, 12:16

Muere Piculín Ortiz a los 62 años

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Yahoo5 May, 13:17

Played for the Puerto Rican National Team a record 20 …

danas5 May, 13:45

Preminuo Hose Ortiz

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newsbeast5 May, 15:44Latest update

Χοσέ «Πικουλίν» Ορτίθ: Το «αντίο» του Άρη στον Πορτορικανό θρύλο του μπάσκετ

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