Janar Talts

Estonian basketball player with notable career

Janar Talts - Estonian basketball player with notable career
Born

April 7th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Played professional basketball primarily in Estonia and Europe. Represented the national team in international competitions. Achieved significant success in domestic leagues and contributed to the growth of basketball in the region.

Played for BC Kalev/Cramo

Competed in EuroBasket tournaments

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