Gargždai defeats Rytas Vilnius in LKL season opener

Gargždai defeated Rytas Vilnius 105-102 in the opening game of the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) season. Despite a late push by Rytas, including scoring efforts from Martynas Paliukėnas and Matas Jogėla, Gargždai maintained control to secure the victory.

Rytas Vilnius entered the match following a narrow loss in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup final in Beijing. Coach N. Pacevičius noted that the team is working to improve collective actions and integrate new players. The club also faces roster uncertainties, with the availability of Cassius Winston and Oskar Pleikys being uncertain due to health and fitness concerns.