Kyrylo Fesenko

Ukrainian basketball player, NBA center

Kyrylo Fesenko - Ukrainian basketball player, NBA center
Born

December 24th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ukraine

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Born in 1986 in Ukraine, a professional basketball player played as a center. Fesenko began his career in the Ukrainian leagues and moved to the NBA where he played for the Utah Jazz and the Indiana Pacers. His notable overseas experience includes competing in the EuroLeague and represents Ukraine in international competitions.

Played for the Utah Jazz from 2007 to 2011

Competed in the EuroLeague with various teams

Represented Ukraine in the FIBA World Cup

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