2024-06-24 00:22:11
The Lithuanian nationwide crew led by Marius Grigonis managed to beat the Slovenians 92:86.
The return match of the Lithuanian nationwide crew in opposition to the Slovenians will probably be performed on Tuesday (7:00 p.m. Lithuanian time) in Ljubljana.
We remind you that Ok. Maksvytis thanked 4 basketball gamers for his or her work within the nationwide crew, which led to the truth that the ultimate twelve of the Lithuanian males’s basketball crew for the battle for the Olympic ticket in Paris was revealed.
“We began the match nicely. We managed the primary half higher, within the second half we misplaced each the third and fourth quarters. We have now to say the stretch the place we squandered a 9-10 level lead early within the fourth quarter. The standard was considerably missing, however that’s pure. What was good was that there was good power – we fought again with a 20 possession assault. As for the primary sport, every part is okay. We tried all those we wished. We’ll draw conclusions and proceed taking part in,” stated Kazys Maksvytis.
As for M. Grigoni, he scored 17 factors (2/6 doubles, 3/6 triples, 4/5 penalties) within the match in opposition to the Slovenians in nearly 19 minutes and was the most efficient participant of our crew.
The specialist reviewed the efficiency of the Kaunian and revealed an important element.
“He is having fun with himself, touching the ball extra and particularly within the second half he may have separated himself a bit extra with the ball, however, in all probability, we’ll all need him to have a sport device in his palms,” stated the specialist.
The ultimate listing of the Lithuanian males’s basketball crew: Domantas Sabonis, Marius Grigonis, Lukas Lekavičius, Arnas Butkevičius, Deividas Sirvydis, Donatas Motiejūnas, Tadas Sedekerskis, Rokas Jokubaitis, Tomas Dimša, Ėuolas Tubelis, Mindaugas Kuzminskas.
– At one level, Tadas Sedekerskis performed as a midfielder. How would you fee this experiment from the facet?
– That state of affairs was created considerably artificially, as a result of Dom was not there, so we went into the match with two nominally tall gamers who can play within the place of midfielder. We determined to benefit from that state of affairs. Tad has performed so nicely at his membership, we used to alter defenders when he was on the pitch. I believe this experiment was fairly profitable. We have now this feature if we need to press the opponents.
– How a lot did the truth that Domantas Sabonis didn’t play within the first management match change your plans? How a lot concern is there that you’ll solely go to the Olympic choice after attempting D.Sabonis on the sector as soon as in a match?
– It modified a bit, we thought that he would be capable to return earlier than at the moment’s match, however in the long run he did not make it. We tried different choices. He was totally concerned within the coaching course of. We could have another check match and a three-four day cycle in Puerto Rico. I believe he could have sufficient time to get used to us, and we to him.
There isn’t any concern. Such is life – the tempo of life will increase, the coaching cycles for nationwide groups lower.
– Each groups shot 30 free throws. Wasn’t there a want that the judges would permit a tougher push, waiting for what lies forward?
– I do not assume we must always speak about refereeing at the moment. We will probably be taking part in away matches, so it would in all probability be harder. It was a enjoyable match, the Lithuanian nationwide crew performed in opposition to Slovenia, so let’s depart extra constructive feelings.
– Why did not Rokais Giedraičius keep within the nationwide crew?
– This place (gentle facet) is overcrowded. There are each Arnas Butkevičius, Edgaras Ulanovas and Marius Grigonis, Deividas Sirvydis can play within the third place. We determined to pick these gamers. There was concern about Arno Butkevičius, in what type he would return. The choice was not simple, however it needed to be made.
– The place did Ažuolas Tubelis, who final yr was “unhooked” from the nationwide crew, add probably the most through the yr?
– He bought used to European basketball. His benefit is that he can play in a number of positions. Within the absence of Domantas Sabonis, he performed more often than not as a midfielder. He’s a really gifted participant, he has many choices in assault, somewhat extra stability is required in protection, however it’s good to have such abilities within the Lithuanian nationwide crew, from which he can mildew one thing.
2024-06-24 00:22:11