Kristaps Valters

Latvian basketball player with national team

Kristaps Valters - Latvian basketball player with national team
Born

September 18th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Latvia

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A professional basketball player, gained prominence in Latvian basketball. Played for multiple clubs in Latvia and in Europe, including the highly competitive EuroLeague. Valters represented the Latvian national team in various international competitions, showcasing skills and leadership on the court. Helped the team achieve notable placements in tournaments during his career, contributing significantly to the development of basketball in Latvia.

Played for the Latvian national team

Competed in the EuroLeague

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