| No. 8 – Rīgas Zeļli | |
|---|---|
| Position | Shooting guard |
| League | LEBL |
| Personal information | |
| Born | (1985-07-31) 31 July 1985 (age 39) 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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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.
Professional career
After 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.
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. In April 2014, he was signed to a three-year extension. On 19 July 2016 he signed with the Latvian team Jūrmala/Fēnikss.
Since 2023 Artūrs represents Rīgas Zeļļi.
Personal life
His younger brother, Jānis, is also a professional basketball player.
References
- "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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