Tue Dec 17 06:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Latvian Basketball Player Janis Timma Found Dead in Moscow

**Moscow, Russia** – Janis Timma, a 32-year-old Latvian basketball player, was found dead in Moscow on December 17th, Russian news agencies TASS and RIA Novosti reported. While conflicting reports emerged regarding the location (an apartment building, a business hotel, or a hostel), sources suggest the cause of death was either asphyxiation or a fall from a significant height.

Timma’s body was discovered with a phone displaying a final message, reportedly requesting a call from his recently divorced wife, singer Anna Sedokova. A photo of Sedokova was reportedly the phone’s lock screen. The day before his death, Timma posted a birthday message for Sedokova on Instagram. A Moscow court had finalized their divorce on December 9th, following Sedokova’s October 16th filing. Following the filing, Timma reportedly posted videos that alarmed some followers.

Timma had a notable career playing for various teams including “ASK Riga,” “Memphis Grizzlies” (NBA), “Zenit,” UNICS, and “Khimki” (Russia), “Olympiacos” (Greece), and “Obradoiro” (Spain). He also represented Latvia’s national team in several European championships.

The circumstances surrounding Timma’s death are under investigation. The conflicting reports from different news sources highlight the uncertainty surrounding the details.

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