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Nene Retired

Center · Denver Nuggets · 7'0", 250 lb · Drafted 2002
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In short

Nene is a retired center best known with the Denver Nuggets. Steady, skilled Brazilian big. Career averages: 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

Scoring map · Nene’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 53% · Paint 21%
Rim — 53% of scoring, 44% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 2% of scoring, 1% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 3% of scoring, 3% of shotsTop of key 3 — 3% of scoring, 3% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 3% of scoring, 3% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsMid-range (L) — 6% of scoring, 8% of shotsPaint — 21% of scoring, 26% of shotsMid-range (R) — 7% of scoring, 9% of shots
  • Rim53%
  • Paint21%
  • Mid-range (R)7%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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Nene is a retired retired standout. Steady, skilled Brazilian big.

He averaged 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists over his career.

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Career avg
11.5 ppg
Center
Rebounds
6.6 rpg
career
Assists
1.9 apg
career
LIFE

Roots & the rise

Nene is a retired center, most associated with the Denver Nuggets.

Steady, skilled Brazilian big.

He retired with career averages of 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

Sources: Career figures: documented sources. Role ratings: Balladex characterization.

BEYOND THE GAME

Legacy

Steady, skilled Brazilian big.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired retired standout and Denver Nuggets name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
retired standout · center
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
75/100
Scoring68
Playmaking45
Rebounding58
Perimeter D46
Rim protection60
Spacing36
Athleticism68
Clutch58
RetiredDenver Nuggets
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The legacy

Steady, skilled Brazilian big.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
11.5
per game
Career RPG
6.6
per game
Career APG
1.9
per game

Where he sits in history

LegacySteady, skilled Brazilian big.
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A retired standout and Denver Nuggets name.

Nene's career is complete: Steady, skilled Brazilian big.

Contract

Status
Retired
Bottom line

A memorable pro — a standout with the Denver Nuggets.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were Nene's career averages?

Nene averaged 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

Is Nene retired?

Yes — Nene is a retired center.