About Dainius Šalenga
Born 1977. Dainius Šalenga is a Lithuanian basketball player and basketball coach.
Dainius Šalenga (born 15 April 1977) is a Lithuanian retired professional basketball player. He is a small forward that is mainly known for his three–point shooting abilities. Šalenga represented the senior Lithuanian national basketball team at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
Professional career Šalenga was the team captain of Žalgiris Kaunas, in Lithuania, before being released by the club in January 2011. Šalenga won the EuroLeague Round 6 MVP award, on December 3, 2009.
National team career Šalenga was a member of the senior Lithuanian national basketball team. With Lithuania, he played at the 2003 EuroBasket, where he won a gold medal, and at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
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Who is Dainius Šalenga?
Lithuanian basketball player (born 1977)
When was Dainius Šalenga born?
Dainius Šalenga was born on 15 April 1977 in Varėna.
What is Dainius Šalenga's occupation?
Dainius Šalenga is a basketball player and basketball coach.
What nationality is Dainius Šalenga?
Dainius Šalenga is Lithuanian.
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