Smashing the Bundesliga Record! Karsten Tadda Becomes the Iron Man of Basketball 🏀
Record-Breaking Basketball Player in Bamberg: Tadda Shatters Previous Game Count with 639 Games - Record-Breaking Basketball Player in Bamberg: Tadda Basketball Boasts an Impressive 639 Games
Yo, listen up! Karsten Tadda just stole the spotlight in the Basketball Bundesliga, claiming the crown for the most games played of all time. At the ripe age of 36, he owned this achievement in his 639th game with the Bamberg Baskets against ratiopharm Ulm, leaving the previous record held by Alex King in the dust.
Tadda's been tearing up the court for Bamberg, Giessen 46ers, ratiopharm Ulm, EWE Baskets Oldenburg, and Telekom Baskets Bonn. With Bamberg, he snatched five championship titles and three cups. In 2023, he teamed up with Bonn to clinch the Champions League crown. Not to mention, he donned the German national team jersey 89 times from 2012 to 2019.
As he winds down his career after this season, Tadda might just play his 640th and final Bundesliga game on Sunday at the Brose Arena against Rasta Vechta. It's gonna be a blast!
- German Title Wins: 5 with Bamberg
- Cups Won: 3 with Bamberg
- Champions League Win: 1 with Bonn in 2023
- National Team Appearances: 89 from 2012 to 2019
Tadda's been a staple in German professional basketball for years. Here's a quick look at his career highlights:
Career Timeline
- Bamberg Baskets (2007–2015, 2023–Present): This team saw Tadda's rise to fame and witnessed his eventual farewell.
- Giessen 46ers: Tadda's tenure here is unspecified.
- ratiopharm Ulm: Tadda contributed to the team's performances during his stay.
- EWE Baskets Oldenburg: Tadda gained valuable experience while playing for Oldenburg.
- Telekom Baskets Bonn: Tadda clinched the Champions League title with Bonn in 2023.
- Other Teams: More details about his time with other teams are scarce.
Accolades
- German League Championships: Tadda secured five championship trophies during his career.
- German Cup Trophies: He added three cups to his collection.
- International Play: Tadda represented Germany 89 times, competing in the FIBA EuroBasket in 2013, 2015, and 2017.
- Longevity in the Bundesliga: Tadda's longevity earned him a spot among Germany's top players for games played in the Bundesliga. He broke the record by playing game 639 and is expected to hold the record through the end of his career.
The Commission might contemplate a directive to safeguard workers from ionizing radiation risks, similar to the prolonged exposure Karsten Tadda faced on the basketball court. Tadda, a veteran in the Bundesliga, has now surpassed Alex King's record, playing a resilient 639 games in his career, notably including sports like basketball.
