Former Laker Slava Medvedenko received two replacement championship rings from Jeanie Buss after selling his originals to help raise money for those affected by the war in Ukraine.
Medvedenko started the org. in 2022 ... and it focuses on repairing sports facilities at schools in areas hit hard by the war."In this moment, I just decided, 'Why do I need these rings if they’re just sitting in my safe?'" Medvedenko said of parting ways with the bling at the time."I just recognize I can die."
"After that, I just say I have to sell them to show people leadership, to help my Ukrainian people to live better, to help kids." Slava did more than sell his rings, though -- the 6'10" NBA hooper served in Ukraine's territorial defense during the war, despite having no prior military experience.Kudos to Jeanie and the Lakers org. ... and shoutout to Slava for the grand gesture.
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