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Žalgiris Kaunas progresses in LKL and preseason

Overview

Žalgiris Kaunas began its preseason on August 19 with physical testing and community activities. The team secured preseason victories against Utena Juventus (82:77) and Baku Sabah (112:78). During the Baku Sabah match, Jonas Valančiūnas sustained a non-serious leg injury. The preseason concluded with an 86:55 win over Wroclaw’s Slask, where player Ąžuolas Tubelis praised the team’s execution, though coach Tomas Masiulis noted concerns regarding discipline and individual play over cohesive movement.

As the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) season commenced on September 17, Žalgiris Kaunas opened with a 98:77 win against Gargždai. Valančiūnas recorded 14 points and 16 efficiency points, while Sterling Brown led with 15 points. Despite the win, Masiulis noted the team lacked a “cool head” in the first half. On September 23, club leadership outlined plans for the EuroLeague campaign, with captain Edgaras Ulanovas emphasizing the integration of new players.

Following a narrow 80:76 LKL victory against Nevėžis-Paskolų klubas on October 11, where Masiulis cited a lack of “offensive freshness” and noted the team was managing roster challenges including the absence of Valančiūnas and Carsen Edwards, the team continued its momentum. On October 18, Žalgiris defeated Tauragė 96:76, extending its LKL record to 6-0, with Valančiūnas leading the scoring with 21 points. The team also found success in the EuroLeague, securing a decisive 105:85 victory over LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne during the seventh round of the 2026-2027 season. In that match, Carsen Edwards led the scoring with 16 points as the team dominated rebounding with a 46:23 advantage. On October 25, the main squad extended its perfect LKL record to 7-0 by defeating Jonava Hipocredit 86:63, led by Deividas Sirvydis with 17 points.

Entities

Zalgiris Kaunas · Jonas Valančiūnas · Tomas Masiulis · Edgaras Ulanovas · LKL

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris basketball teams secure victories in Lithuanian leagues

    Žalgiris main team defeated Jonava Hipocredit 86:63 in the Lithuanian Basketball League, while Žalgiris-2 beat Kretinga-FlexBlow 101:85 in the URBO-NKL championship.

  2. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Zalgiris Kaunas defeats ASVEL 105-85 in EuroLeague

    Zalgiris Kaunas defeated ASVEL 105-85 in the EuroLeague seventh round, dominating the boards and three-point shooting in Lithuania.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas defeats Tauragė 96:76 in LKL

    Žalgiris Kaunas defeated Tauragė 96:76 in the LKL, maintaining a perfect 6-0 season record led by Jonas Valančiūnas's 21 points.

  4. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas secures narrow 80:76 victory over Nevėžis

    Žalgiris Kaunas defeated Nevėžis 80:76 in a challenging LKL matchup. Coach Tomas Masiulis praised his bench players' character and commended Nevėžis for their strong performance.

  5. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas presents plans for upcoming EuroLeague season

    Kaunas Žalgiris presented its plans for the upcoming EuroLeague season, with captain Edgaras Ulanovas and new signing Jonas Valančiūnas discussing roster changes and team preparation.

  6. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas wins LKL season opener against Gargždai

    Žalgiris Kaunas defeated Gargždai 98:77 to open the LKL season, led by Sterling Brown's 15 points and Jonas Valančiūnas's return to the league.

  7. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas concludes preseason as LKL season approaches

    Žalgiris Kaunas concluded its preseason with a win over Slask Wroclaw as the Lithuanian Basketball League prepares for a ten-team season starting September 17.

  8. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas defeats Baku Sabah 112:78 in preseason match

    Žalgiris Kaunas defeated Baku Sabah 112:78 in a preseason basketball match. Edgaras Ulanovas led the scoring, while Jonas Valančiūnas exited the game early due to a minor leg injury.

  9. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris defeats Juventus 82:77 in preseason basketball friendly

    Kaunas Žalgiris defeated Utena Juventus 82:77 in a preseason basketball friendly. Coach Tomas Masiulis emphasized player workload management and the upcoming return of national team players.

  10. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Žalgiris Kaunas begins preseason training and community activities

    Žalgiris Kaunas basketball players have commenced preseason training, focusing on physical conditioning and team chemistry, while also participating in a community visit to the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Sources

blogdebasket.com · estrepublicain.fr · jonavoszinios.lt · kauno.diena.lt · lrytas.lt · musukretinga.lt · respublika.lt · sport365.fr · sportas24.lt · sportasplius.lt · turkgun.com · ve.lt · world-today-journal.com

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