Duje Putnik is a 6’7″ Croatian forward known for his blend of athleticism, versatility, and smooth shooting touch. He combines strength and agility to play both forward spots effectively, using his athleticism to finish above the rim, run the floor in transition, and defend multiple positions. Offensively, he’s a confident scorer with clean shooting mechanics, capable of stretching the floor and attacking closeouts with control. Defensively, he brings mobility, length, and timing, making him an asset in both half-court and up-tempo systems. With a high basketball IQ and team-first mentality, Putnik offers a well-rounded, athletic presence on both ends of the court.

PLAYER’S DATA COURTESY OF EUROBASKET

Born: Sep.7, 2001
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Career:
2016-2017: KK Split U16 team
2018-2019: AKK Universitas Split (Prva Liga): 4 games: 3.3ppg
2019-2020: AKK Universitas Split (Prva Liga): 3 games: 1.0ppg, 1.0rpg
2020-2021: KK Alkar Sinj (Premijer Liga, starting five): 31 games: 3.6ppg, 1.4rpg
2021-2022: KK Alkar Sinj (Premijer Liga): 19 games: 2.2ppg, 1.4rpg
2022-2023: KK Alkar Sinj (Premijer Liga): 20 games: 3.0ppg, 2.0rpg
2023-2024: Kufstein Towers (Austria-2.Bundesliga, starting five): 22 games: Score-5(18.2ppg), 7.2rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 62.5%, 3PT: 35.7%, FT: 75.2%
2024-2025: SKN St. Poelten Basketball (Austria-BSL): 22 games: 9.9ppg, 3.5rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 51.1%, 3PT: 31.0%, FT: 87.3%
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Awards/Achievements:
Croatian U16 Championship Finalist -2017
Croatian 3×3 U18 Team -2019
FIBA 3×3 U18 Europe Cup Qualifier in Rieti (Italy) -2019 (Semifinals)
FIBA 3×3 U18 Europe Cup in Tbilisi (Georgia) -2019
Croatian U20 National Team -2021
FIBA U20 European Challenger in Brno (Czech Republic) -2021: 3 games: 0pts, 1.3rpg
Austrian 2.Bundesliga -2024 (Player of the Week Rd.4)
Austrian 2.Bundesliga East Group Regular Season Runner-Up -2024
Austrian 2.Bundesliga Semifinals -2024
Eurobasket.com All-Austrian 2.Bundesliga First Team -2024