About Jukka Matinen
Born 1978. Jukka Matinen is a Finnish basketball player.
Jukka Matinen (born 6 November 1978) is a Finnish former professional basketball player who played as a forward.
Matinen's professional career lasted for 20 years. In Finland, he played for Pantterit, NMKY Helsinki, Torpan Pojat, Espoon Honka and KTP-Basket, winning four Finnish championships with Honka.
During 2002–2006, Matinen played in Germany for Skyliners Frankfurt in EuroLeague and EuroCup. They won the German championship in 2004.
He also played 92 games for the Finland men's national basketball team.
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Who is Jukka Matinen?
Finnish basketball player (born 1978)
When was Jukka Matinen born?
Jukka Matinen was born on 6 November 1978 in Kerava.
What is Jukka Matinen's occupation?
Jukka Matinen is a basketball player.
What nationality is Jukka Matinen?
Jukka Matinen is Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jukka Matinen. https://biography.guide/jukka-matinen/
MLA: "Jukka Matinen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jukka-matinen/.
Chicago: "Jukka Matinen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jukka-matinen/.
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