Sergei Belov

Sergei Belov was a legendary Soviet basketball player, considered one of the greatest European players of his era. He played as a forward for the Soviet Union national team, helping them win multiple Olympic gold medals, including in 1972 and 1976, and numerous European championships. Known for his exceptional scoring, ball-handling, and basketball intelligence, Belov was instrumental in elevating Soviet basketball's international stature. His career at CSKA Moscow and contributions to the sport earned him recognition as a pioneering figure in European basketball history.