The two-time NBA champion in the Los Angeles Lakers decided to part with his memorable trophies to help Ukrainian children during the war with Russian invaders.
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The proceeds from the charity auction will be used to rehabilitate children affected by Russian armed aggression, as well as to restore the sports infrastructure and equipment of destroyed Ukrainian schools. Medvedenko is the most titled Ukrainian NBA player. Stanislav twice became the champion with the Lakers (2001, 2002).
Recall that the invincible Ukrainian boxer sold the championship belt for the sake of orphans, whose mother was killed by Russian invaders.