Juventus adds Swedish center Pohto to roster

The Lithuanian basketball club Utenos Juventus has secured the services of Swedish center Kenny Pohto, signing him to a contract that runs through the end of the 2026-2027 season. Pohto, a member of the Swedish national team, brings international experience to the Utenos squad.

Last season, Pohto played for Kėdainiai Nevėžis-Optibet in the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL). He averaged 8.9 points per game, shooting efficiently from two-point range (71.4%), three-point range (47.8%), and the free-throw line (60.6%). He also contributed 5.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and achieved an average efficiency rating of 12.9.

Club director Eimantas Skersis highlighted Pohto's potential for development and his versatility. "A young player eager to improve, whom Laimonas Eglinskas knows well. It was precisely the coach who wanted this player on his team," Skersis stated. "Kenny can play both power forward and center positions, excels in the paint, can hit shots from distance, and fights well for rebounds. We expect him to continue developing successfully and be an important part of our team."

Pohto's journey to Utenos included a stint in Hungary with NKA Pécs, where he averaged 10.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 13.6 efficiency points in the top league. Before his European professional career, he played four seasons in the NCAA, representing Wichita State Shockers for three years and UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in the 2024-2025 season. He is also currently representing the Swedish national team in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers.

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Young, eager to improve player, whom Laimonas Eglinskas knows well. It was precisely the coach who wanted this player on his team. Kenny can play both power forward and center positions, excels in the paint, can hit shots from distance, and fights well for rebounds. We expect him to continue developing successfully and be an important part of our team.