Zalgiris gets the better of Pieno Zvaigzdes in Pasvalys 22
Zalgiris Kaunas had a tough game on Monday. The LKL Champions were challenged well by Pieno Zvaigzdes, but managed to get the win in the end. Final score – 63:56 (12:8, 15:16, 19:9, 17:23).
The first period was all defense. Both teams struggled to put the ball in the basket, but Zalgiris players were able to gain a small lead (12:8).
Pieno Zvaigzdes had only one goal in mind and were not backing down – they even managed to win the second quarter. The score before halftime – 27:24.
The third period was finally a successful one for Zalgiris. Kaunas team scored 19 points and allowed Pieno Zvaigzdes to get only 9.
Zalgiris showed their true capabilities in the final quarter. Kaunas team pulled away and gained a 20-point lead. Pieno Zvaigzdes reacted strongly and cut the deficit to just 7 points, but it was too little too late. Zalgiris got the win, final score – 63:56.
Leo Westermann scored 12 points for Zalgiris, Brock Motum and Antanas Kavaliauskas each got 11.
Egidijus Dimsa was the leading scorer for Pieno Zvaigzdes with 13.
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