Andrzej Mateusz Pluta, short for Andrzej Pluta Jr., (born June 3, 2000) is a Polish professional basketball player for Legia Warsaw of the Polish Basketball League (PLK). He plays at the point guard position.

Andrzej Pluta Jr.
No. 3 – Legia Warsaw
PositionPoint guard
LeaguePLK
Personal information
Born (2000-06-03) June 3, 2000 (age 24)
Ruda Slaska, Poland
NationalityPolish
Listed height1.90 m (6 ft 3 in)
Listed weight83 kg (183 lb)
Career information
NBA draft2022: undrafted
Playing career2016–present
Career history
2016–2018Real Betis
2018–2020Ourense
2020–2021Anwil Włocławek
2021–2022Astoria Bydgoszcz
2022–2023Trefl Sopot
2023–2024Arka Gdynia
2024–presentLegia Warsaw

Professional career

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When 16 years old, he signed a long-term contract with Spanish club Real Betis.[1] During his time there, he was loaned out to Ourense.[2] In 2020, he retirned to his homeland and has played there since.

On June 10, 2024, Pluta Jr. signed with Legia Warsaw of Polish Basketball League (PLK).[3]

National team

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Pluta Jr. played for Polish U16 and U18 teams in FIBA European Championships. He has participated Poland national team since 2023.

Personal life

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He is the son of the former Poland national team player and a current coach Andrzej Pluta.

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