Drake Richard Diener (born December 19, 1981) is an American former professional basketball player and basketball coach. He played college basketball at DePaul University.
In July 2009, Diener signed a two-year deal with Teramo Basket. Diener lands in Teramo. During his stay in Abruzzo, he enjoyed great success, confirming himself as one of the best players in the Italian League, and being the main contributor to Teramo Basket remaining in the Italian top division.
In July 2011, he signed a one-year deal with Dinamo Sassari, where he reunited with his cousin, and former NBA point guard Travis Diener. Dinamo Sassari announces Drake Diener. In June 2012, he re-signed with Sassari, for one more season. Dinamo Sassari officially keeps Travis and Drake Diener. In July 2013, he again re-signed with Sassari, that time for two years. Dinamo Sassari officially re-signed Drake Diener.
On March 16, 2014, Diener scored 44 points against Venice, marking his career high. Watch all of Drake Diener's buckets in his 44-points showcase. He helped his team to win the Italian Cup in 2014. He was also named the regular season MVP of the 2013–14 Italian League season. In June 2014, he left Dinamo Sassari. Drake Diener to leave Banco di Sardegna Sassari.
On July 23, 2014, Diener signed with Pallacanestro Reggiana. He was released by the club on June 30, 2015. DRAKE DIENER E' BIANCOROSSO Drake Diener officially signs with Grissin Bon Reggio Emilia. Drake Diener is released from Grissin Bon Reggio Emilia. On August 23, 2015, Diener signed with CAI Zaragoza, of the Spanish top-tier level Liga ACB. Drake Diener signs with CAI Zaragoza. On December 29, 2015, he parted ways with Zaragoza, after averaging 6.1 points per game in the ACB. Drake Diener, CAI Zaragoza officially part ways.
On July 13, 2016, Diener signed with Orlandina Basket, for the 2016–17 Italian League season. Orlandina Basket signs Drake Diener. On June 26, 2017, Diener signed with Vanoli Cremona. Vanoli Cremona signs Drake Diener.
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