Artūrs Strēlnieks (born 31 July 1985) is a Latvian professional basketball player, who plays the shooting guard position. He's currently playing for BK Jūrmala/Fēnikss.
| No. 8 – Rīgas Zeļli | |
|---|---|
| Position | Shooting guard |
| League | LEBL |
| Personal information | |
| Born | 31 July 1985 Talsi, Latvia |
| Nationality | Latvian |
| Listed height | 1.96 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Listed weight | 96 kg (212 lb) |
| Career information | |
| Playing career | 2009–present |
| Career history | |
| 2004–2007 | BK Roja |
| 2007–2009 | BK Ķeizarmežs |
| 2009–2012 | BK Ventspils |
| 2012–2016 | VEF Rīga |
| 2016–2018 | BK Jūrmala/Fēnikss |
| 2018–2023 | BK Gulbenes Buki |
| 2023–present | Rīgas Zeļļi |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Professional career
editAfter bouncing around couple of semi-pro teams, Artūrs Strēlnieks started his pro career at age 24 when he was signed by BK Ventspils in September 2009.[1]
He played next three years for Ventspils establishing himself as a solid player that excels on defensive end.
In July 2012, Artūrs moved to VEF Rīga.[2] In April 2014, he was signed to a three-year extension.[3] On 19 July 2016 he signed with the Latvian team Jūrmala/Fēnikss.[4]
Since 2023 Artūrs represents Rīgas Zeļļi.
Personal life
editHis younger brother, Jānis, is also a professional basketball player.
References
edit- ^ "Ventspils confirmed Pettway, Strelnieks and waived Lee". www.sportando.com. Archived from the original on 2014-08-12.
- ^ "VEF Riga lands Arturs Strelnieks". www.sportando.com. Archived from the original on 2014-08-12.
- ^ ""VEF Rīga" pagarina līgumu ar Artūru Strēlnieku - VEF Rīga". www.vefriga.com. Archived from the original on 2016-03-04.
- ^ "Jurmala/Fenikss signs Arturs Strelnieks". 20 July 2016. Retrieved 19 July 2016.
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