Brazilian professional basketball player who has won multiple championships and awards, including an Olympic medal and WNBA titles. Known for her dominant rebounding and scoring abilities.
Damiris Dantas is a Brazilian basketball player who has made a name for herself in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) with her impressive skills on the court and her dedication to her country's national team. As a power forward, Dantas has consistently proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with, earning numerous accolades and breaking records along the way.
Born on November 17, 1992, in Brazil, Dantas began playing basketball at the tender age of 13 at Janeth Arcain's basketball institute. Her natural talent and hard work quickly paid off, and within four years, she turned professional. Dantas played for various teams in Brazil, including Ourinhos, Maranho, and Americana, before making her way to the WNBA.
Dantas was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx in the first round of the 2012 WNBA draft, 12th overall. Although she didn't join the team until 2014, after the 2012 Olympic Games, she made an immediate impact. In her WNBA debut on May 16, 2014, Dantas gathered 12 rebounds in a win against Washington, becoming the second rookie in league history to debut with 10 rebounds and 5 assists.
In 2015, Dantas was traded to the Atlanta Dream as part of a three-team deal. She was suspended for the 2016 WNBA season after failing to report to training camp, opting instead to train with the Brazilian National team for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Atlanta retained her rights, and she returned to the team in 2017.
In 2019, Dantas signed with the Minnesota Lynx as a free agent, marking her second stint with the team. Although she missed several games due to a calf injury, she continued to make her presence felt on the court.
Dantas has been an integral part of the Brazilian national team, winning a bronze medal at the 2011 Under-19 World Championship, where she was named Most Valuable Player. That same year, she won a gold medal at the 2011 FIBA Americas Championship for Women and a bronze medal at the 2011 Pan American Games.
Off the court, Dantas is known for her dedication to her family and her country. She has spoken publicly about the importance of representing Brazil on the international stage and has used her platform to inspire young girls and women to take up basketball.
With her impressive skillset, tireless work ethic, and commitment to her country, Damiris Dantas continues to make waves in the WNBA and beyond. As one of the most talented Brazilian basketball players of her generation, Dantas is an inspiration to fans around the world.
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Brazilian-Japanese footballer who played for several clubs, including FC Tokyo and Shimizu S-Pulse, and represented Brazil in international competitions. Known for his speed and skill on the field.
