During his successful career at Pitt, Zavackas was known as one of the most intelligent, hardworking team players in the Big East Conference.

Zavackas was a key component in Head Coach Ben Howland's transformation of the Panthers into a level of league elite status.

Unfortunately, many Pittsburgh fans only remember Zavackas for removing his shoes and refusing to play in the waning minutes of an NCAA Tournament game.

[2] In February, 2012 he moved to BK VEF Rīga, signing a two-year contract with a team.

[3] On September 2, 2013, he signed a one-month contract with the EuroLeague powerhouse CSKA Moscow, to work with the team during preseason period.