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Zalgiris GM reflects on controlling passionate Olympiacos fans, talks future F4 in Kaunas

2023-05-24

The EuroLeague Final Four 2023 in Kaunas witnessed a remarkable sight as the typically green-and-white streets of the city were transformed into a sea of red, thanks to the multitude of passionate Olympiacos Piraeus fans.
EuroLeague Final Four tickets: where to buy & how not to get scammed?

2023-05-15

Counting down the last days until the EuroLeague Final Four 2023 in Kaunas, European fans are hunting for tickets to the top-notch basketball event that will be held this weekend. The activity to get tickets has been recorded after all four Final Four participants were revealed. Demand growth is expected this week.
Cory Higgins remains out in Game 2 vs Zalgiris

2023-04-27

FC Barcelona battled against Zalgiris Kaunas in Game 1 of the EuroLeague playoffs on Wednesday without one of their highest-paid players on the roster. The unpleasant situation is set to continue for at least one more game. Cory Higgins will not compete on the court on Friday. The Barca guard is still battling a back injury that has been bothering him since the middle of March.
Zagklis shuts down previous talks on Russia and Belarus' return to competitions

2023-03-15

FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis shook the European basketball community by giving his statements to French media outlet L'Equipe about the potential consideration of Russia and Belarus' reintegration into FIBA competitions, starting with a Pre-Olympic Qualifying Tournament.
Kevarrius Hayes to play against Baskonia tonight

2022-11-23

Kevarrius Hayes prepares to help Zalgiris Kaunas in Vitoria tonight. The starting center is recovering from an ankle injury. He took part in the first training session on Tuesday before the trip to Spain, and today (on Wednesday), he also prepared with the team. "Hayes should be registered for the game and will likely help the team," the club confirmed on the Zalgiris Insider platform.
EuroLeague and FIBA take unprecedented action

2022-11-11

During the ongoing disagreement between EuroLeague and FIBA, both organizations made an unprecedented effort in the fixtures calendar. Before the upcoming 2023 World Cup European Qualifiers window, rapid changes were made that seem to suit some of the teams. BasketNews takes a look in this unique situation.
Zalgiris receive another 'no' in search of financial support to host Final Four

2022-11-09

Zalgiris Kaunas, the main candidate to host the 2023 EuroLeague Final Four, won't receive additional financial support. According to BasketNews information, Vilnius municipality also didn't agree to provide additional funds and help Kaunas organize EuroLeague's main event. So far, only Kaunas municipality supports Zalgiris in an attempt to bring the Final Four to Lithuania.
A.J. Slaughter reveals the meaning behind a picture with Doncic and Jokic

2022-09-15

Polish national team guard A.J. Slaughter received plenty of attention after his viral picture with his son, Nikola Jokic, and Luka Doncic. At first, it was seen as a simple picture where Slaughter shared the moment with the two biggest stars of the EuroBasket 2022. But after Poland eliminated Slovenia, many joked that Slaughter remained the last man standing in the tournament.
Gianmarco Pozzecco: 'It's probably the best game in Italian basketball history'

2022-09-11

Gianmarco Pozzecco went crazy in the dying seconds between Italy and Serbia, when every second brought Italy nearer to a fantastic win over the EuroBasket 2022 favorites. The Italian specialist was ejected at the end of the third quarter and had to watch the Round of 16 drama from the sidelines.
Lithuanian Basketball Federation sent an official letter to FIBA

2022-09-06

After unsuccessfully filing a protest to FIBA during EuroBasket 2022, the Lithuanian Basketball Federation (LKF) is showing initiative for change. The heads of the federation have sent an official letter to FIBA with the insights of the coaching staff about refereeing in EuroBasket 2022.
A blow for Hungary: Adam Hanga out of EuroBasket 2022

2022-09-04

Hungary battled back from a 15-point deficit against France but ultimately it was not enough and the Hungarians suffered their third defeat in EuroBasket 2022. It was not the only bad news for the team after the match. Adam Hanga revealed that he probably played his last game in the tournament.
Rudy Gobert ahead of game against Lithuania: 'Huge challenge awaits us'

2022-09-03

Rudy Gobert believed in the victory of the Lithuanian national team against Slovenia. The five-point lead of Kazys Maksvytis' team in the fourth quarter became the motive of the French tower watching the match from abroad. However, Slovenia ended the game with a 19-7 score in the remaining time and gave Lithuania its first loss of the tournament (92-85).
Brazdeikis talks about defending Luka Doncic and soft calls he receives

2022-09-02

Ignas Brazdeikis, who is debuting with the Lithuanian national team at EuroBasket 2022, is gaining experience in the first tournament of this level. The Canadian-raised talent compared his first impressions to his memories of college basketball. Specifically, with a play in the knock-out NCAA Tournament – March Madness.
Sasha Vezenkov reveals what excites him the most about interest from Kings

2022-07-04

Bulgarian basketball star's breakout in Europe has reached the USA. Sasha Vezenkov's growth during the last several years was so big that even the NBA clubs started buzzing about him.

Ignas Brazdeikis names differences between NBA and European basketball, fans' atmosphere

2022-06-22

Ignas Brazdeikis made his debut with the Lithuanian national team tonight in a friendly game against Latvia in Riga. Lithuania lost the game 52-70.

Edgaras Ulanovas to miss EuroBasket 2022

2022-06-16

Zalgiris Kaunas and Lithuanian national team forward Edgaras Ulanovas won't suit up for his country this summer.

Rytas Vilnius receive a €500,000 bonus from FIBA after winning LKL title

2022-06-08

After ending a 12-year drought and becoming the champions of the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL), Rytas Vilnius have guaranteed themselves at least a half-a-million check.

Paulius Jankunas talks on what he'll miss the most and upcoming changes in Zalgiris

2022-06-04

The long-tenured career of Paulius Jankunas has come to an end - Zalgiris Kaunas defeated Siauliai, clinching the bronze in the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL).

NBA's presence in Europe: The FIBA-EuroLeague conflict and investment opportunities

2022-05-10

New winds are starting to blow in the European basketball world. The NBA has been actively researching the market for quite some time, but it's starting to be much more than that now. FIBA has already shown an initiative to sit behind the negotiation table with the EuroLeague while the NBA representatives are watching the situation. The NBA is believed to be the power that finally puts the ...
Zalgiris and Martin Schiller are going to battle in BAT court

2022-04-15

The disagreement between Zalgiris Kaunas and their former coach Martin Schiller has reached the Basketball Arbitral Tribunal's (BAT) court. After a long time of both sides sticking to their positions, the 40-year-old Austrian coach decided to pursue his truth in a legal manner. According to Basketnews sources, the Zalgiris team was informed about the decision approximately 6 weeks ago after ...
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