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  The Lithuanian's Major Transfer Professional basketball has been abuzz with the news of Lithuanian-Canadian guard-forward, Ignas Brazdeikis signing a three-year contract with the esteemed Olympiacos basketball team. The 24-year-old player's quick transition from Žalgiris Kaunas to the Greek club followed a series of discussions that verified earlier reports of his transfer. A Diverse Professional Journey Standing at 2.01 meters tall, Brazdeikis is known for his size and his ability to create opportunities on the court. His professional journey has seen him play for NBA teams such as the New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic, and their associated G League teams, before moving to Žalgiris Kaunas. Impressive Career Highlights Born on January 8, 1999, Brazdeikis has a number of notable achievements under his belt. He has won the Lithuanian championship and cup in 2023 and received i...

Ignas Brazdeikis Makes a Move to Olympiacos Piraeus Ignas Brazdeikis, the 24-year-old Lithuanian basketball star, has been confirmed to transfer to Olympiacos Piraeus from Zalgiris Kaunas. The official announcement was made by both clubs almost simultaneously, marking a significant moment in the player's career. Olympiacos Piraeus approached Zalgiris Kaunas with an offer that sparked Brazdeikis's interest, leading to his decision to leave. Decision-Making Process and Negotiations According to Paulius Jankunas, Zalgiris's General Manager, the decision was not an easy one. Zalgiris was not initially interested in major changes, but the offer from Olympiacos Piraeus and Brazdeikis's expressed desire to leave forced the clubs to find a mutually beneficial solution. The negotiations saw each party expressing their positions until an agreement was finally reached. Jankunas thanked Brazdeikis for his time with Zalg...