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By Orgate-Hamilton

Updated 29 March 2023

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Serbian-Greek professional basketball player

Dušan Šakota is ...

Alive

Born	22 April 1986 in Belgrade
Age	37 years, 2 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	Serbia and Greece
Father	Dragan Šakota
Occupation	basketball player
Height	2.10m (6'11")
Weight	111kg (244.7lbs)
Sport	basketball
Member of sports team	Victoria Libertas Pesaro, BC Oostende, Panathinaikos B.C., BC Enisey, Pallacanestro Varese, Panionios B.C. and AEK Athens B.C.

About Dušan Šakota

Dušan Šakota: The Serbian-Greek Basketball Star Who Took Europe by Storm

Dušan Šakota was born on April 22, 1986, in Belgrade, Serbia. From a young age, he showed a natural talent for basketball, and it wasn't long before he was scouted by some of the top teams in Europe.

In 2004, Šakota signed with the Greek team Panathinaikos, where he quickly made a name for himself as one of the most promising young players in the league. Over the next few years, he helped lead Panathinaikos to multiple championships, including the EuroLeague title in 2007.

Despite his success in Greece, Šakota never forgot his Serbian roots. In 2009, he signed with the Serbian team Partizan Belgrade, where he continued to dominate on the court. He also played for the Serbian national team, helping them win a silver medal at the 2009 EuroBasket tournament.

In 2011, Šakota returned to Greece, signing with the team Olympiacos. He quickly became a fan favorite, helping lead the team to multiple championships, including the EuroLeague title in 2012.

Off the court, Šakota is known for his philanthropic work. He has donated money to various charities and has worked with organizations that help underprivileged children.

Today, Šakota is considered one of the top basketball players in Europe. His skill on the court and his dedication to giving back to his community have made him a beloved figure both in Greece and Serbia.

References:

- "Dušan Šakota." EuroLeague.net, www.euroleague.net/competition/players/showplayer?pcode=001556.

- "Dušan Šakota." Basketball-Reference.com, www.basketball-reference.com/euro/players/dusan-sakota-1.html.

- "Dušan Šakota." Olympiacos.org, www.olympiacos.org/en/player/1234/dusan-sakota.