Career
Playing primarily at the shooting guard position, he can also play as a point guard. On August 5, 2012, he signed for his homeland team Žalgiris Kaunas. He also played at both the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Kaukėnas established the Rimantas Kaukenas Charity Group, which aims to provided "magical moments" for children with life-threatening medical conditions.
Tanja follows the activities of RK Charity Group, while Rimantas is playing during the season. He is fluent in English, Italian and Russian.