Kęstutis Šeštokas
Lithuanian basketball player, EuroLeague champ
Born
April 15th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Lithuania
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A professional basketball player played predominantly as a forward. Competed in various European leagues throughout the career, including notable stints in the Lithuanian Basketball League and the EuroLeague. Contributed significantly to the success of several clubs in Lithuania and abroad. Achieved recognition for performances at the international level, representing Lithuania in several championships.
Won the EuroLeague championship with Real Madrid in 1995
Played for Lietuvos rytas Vilnius, contributing to multiple national titles
Represented Lithuania in the FIBA World Cup
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