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Latvian Basketball Player Janis Timma, 32, Found Dead in Moscow

The former Orlando Magic Summer League player reportedly died by suicide, leaving the basketball community in mourning.

  • Janis Timma, a 32-year-old Latvian basketball player, was found dead in a residential building in Moscow, with reports indicating suicide as the cause of death.
  • Timma had a notable international basketball career, playing for teams across Europe and representing Latvia in international competitions, though he never played in an NBA regular-season game.
  • The Orlando Magic, where Timma participated in the 2021 Summer League and G League, released a statement expressing condolences to his family and loved ones.
  • A phone reportedly found near Timma's body displayed a message reading 'Call Anna,' referencing his ex-wife, Ukrainian singer Anna Sedokova, with whom he recently finalized a divorce.
  • The basketball world, including players like Luka Dončić and Kristaps Porziņģis, paid tribute to Timma, while EuroLeague games observed moments of silence in his memory.
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