Bertāns extends contract with Dubai
Latvian basketball player Dāvis Bertāns has extended his contract with the Dubai club in the UAE, though the duration of the extension has not been specified.
Latvian basketball player Dāvis Bertāns has finalized an extension of his contract with the UAE club Dubai, as announced by the team. The news, which did not specify the length of the new agreement, highlights Bertāns' continued commitment to the team after joining them in September 2024. Since then, he has participated in 56 games, showcasing his skills on the court.
In the current season, Bertāns has had a significant presence in the EuroLeague, averaging 8.1 points and 2.5 rebounds over 21 games. In the Adriatic League, his contributions have been noted with an average of 5.7 points across three games. Prior to his time in Dubai, he began the 2023/2024 season with the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder, later getting traded to the Charlotte Hornets, who ultimately waived him, making him a free agent.
Bertāns' career journey has seen him also play for the Dallas Mavericks and the Washington Wizards in the NBA, where he gained seven seasons of experience in one of the world's most competitive basketball leagues. His contract extension with Dubai signifies a new chapter in his career, providing an opportunity to further develop his skills and impact in international basketball, while contributing to the growth of the sport in the UAE.