BC Šiauliai's former point guard Elvar Fridriksson is returning to Lithuania. He has agreed on a one-year contract with Klaipėdos „Neptūnas“.
What does this mean?
Elvar Fridriksson is an experienced basketball player who has played in Poland and Spain. Last season, he averaged 13.5 points, 6.3 assists, and 17.1 efficiency rating.
Why is this important?
This signing is important for „Neptūnas“ as they aim to create a competitive team that can compete at the highest level. Elvar Fridriksson will be a key player for the team in both the LKL and European Cup.
What does this mean for BC Šiauliai?
BC Šiauliai had Elvar Fridriksson on their team in the 2020-2021 season. He was the most valuable player in the regular LKL season, averaging 15.6 points, 7.7 assists, and 19.9 efficiency rating.
Elvar Fridriksson is the leader of the Icelandic national team, and in the qualifying tournament for the 2027 World Cup, he averages 18.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 7.2 assists, and 18.8 efficiency rating. In a particularly painful loss for Lithuania against the Icelandic national team, „Neptūnas“' new player scored 34 points and made a decisive, game-winning shot.
What does this mean for the LKL?
This signing is important for the LKL as it shows that the league is still attractive to basketball players from around the world. Elvar Fridriksson is an experienced player who can help „Neptūnas“ achieve their goals.
Klaipėdos „Neptūnas“ has signed a contract with Elvar Fridriksson, who is returning to Lithuania after 3 years. The Icelandic player has agreed on a one-year contract. Last season, he played in Poland and Spain. In the neighboring Lithuanian state, E. Fridriksson played 32 games, averaging 13.5 points, 6.3 assists, and 17.1 efficiency rating. In the Polish league, he was named the most valuable player in April. „We are very pleased to have signed a contract with Elvar Fridriksson. He will be a key player for the team in both the LKL and European Cup. This signing reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a competitive team that can compete at the highest level. We are confident that he will successfully integrate into the team and contribute to achieving our goals this season“, said the club's sports director Branko Mirkovičius.