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The Lithuanian champions, who lost the last 3 matches, left the Euroleague playoff hotspot, but still have a chance to get back into it.
The Tel Aviv team’s hole is deeper: they lost 6 of the last 7 games. The last time the students of Ioannio Sfairopoulos enjoyed victory on a trip was to Berlin in early January.
The two teams met this season in November last year in Tel Aviv, where local Maccabi triumphed 85:57. Then, in the first half, the Israeli champions, who started the streak 20: 0, gained a 30-point lead in the middle of the match, which the Žalgiris could no longer eliminate.
Next week, Kaunas “Žalgiris” will have two games – on March 30 at home with ALBA Berlin, and on April 1 – in Munich with local “Bayern”.
The last games of the regular season will be played by the Lithuanian champions at home on 8 April with Panathinaikos from Athens.
EUROLEAGUE: ŽALGIRIS – MACCABI
M. Grigonis shoots a free triple – 72:70
After R. Jokubaitis and J. Lauvergne of two points 67:64, but again the guests speak of three points – 67:67
When played effectively, teams lead one or the other.
After three quarters “Žalgiris” – “Maccabi” 63: 64https: //www.facebook.com/bczalgiris/posts/10157699142281816
After T. Dorsey’s three-point Maccabi front 57:58.
M. Grigonis hits, but opponents scored the second triple in a row. After E. Bryant’s free throws, the level is 55:55
R. Jokubaitis fouls an opponent who shoots a triple. Guests continue to breathe on the back of the Lithuanian champions – 53:50
Hayes is uninhabited – hits a triple – 51:45
Hayes’ response was incredibly quick, and Maccabi’s players – 48:45
Lauvergne’s pitch is impressively blocked by Blayzer. M. Grigonis makes a mistake for the fifth time, O. Blayzer hits an accurate triple.
M. Grigonis shoots a long three-point from the edge of the field, the guests call for a minute break – 46:38.
After a chaotic start to the third quarter with inappropriate pitches and errors, Th. Walkup after intercepted ball wins two points with a foul – 43:38
D. Bender scored 8 points for Team Maccabi, Ch. Jones and O. Caspi.
In the team of “Žalgiris” the most productive N. Hayes with 17 points, 5 points each. Walkupas, M. Grigonis, R. Jokubaitis
Maccabi connects three points, Žalgiris’ last attack in the second half failed
After two halves “Žalgiris” – “Maccabi” 40: 38https: //www.facebook.com/bczalgiris/posts/10157699054361816
Hayes continues his show, taking a penalty after a foul – 39:35
After N. Hayes triple – 37:33
D. Benderis surpasses the result in favor of the visitors with free throws, but P. Jankūnas hits a triple – 34:32
Lithuanian champions make mistake after mistake, points drought is stopped by Th. Caminata – 31:30
Zalgiris’ shots miss the goal and Maccabi go forward for the first time at 28:30
The opponents increase the pressure and 5 points in a row equals 28:28. Minute break https://twitter.com/EuroLeague/status/1375170838912245769
S. Wilbekinas made his way to the basket in an individual foray, R. Jokubaitis answered at the same time – 28:23.
O. Caspi continues his success, Maccabi closes the gap – 26:21
After the first half “Žalgiris” – “Maccabi” 26:18. Https://www.facebook.com/bczalgiris/posts/10157698997161816
Maccabi organizes another effective attack, the last second: a precise triple by R. Jokubaitis.
Veteran Omri Caspi is trying to inspire the Tel Aviv team. Scores two points with a foul – 23:16. Mr. Schiller raises his voice during the one-minute break
Patricio Garino debuts in the Euroleague this season with the Žalgiris shirt
N. Hayes loads the basket from above after the intercepted ball without being disturbed by anyone – 23:10. Minute Break. Hayes is playing a fantastic first half. You already have 12 points and 17 utility points in your account
Maccabi crossed the square and made a mistake for the fourth time. L. Lekavičius makes a good shot – 21: 8
N. Hayes and in another attack scored points with a foul – opponents waved desperately – 19: 8.
After the pass from M. Grigonis, N. Hayes scored 16-8 points below the basket.
Maccabi tries to close the gap, but Hayes is on goal from the service line – 14: 8
A. Caloiaro chooses a precise triple, to which M. Grigonis also responds with a precise long shot – 12: 5
N. Hayes takes over possession. Walkup charges the ball from above with a quick attack. Opponents respond by taking a one minute break. “Žalgiris” ahead 9: 2
Both teams are wrong, after the launch of M. Grigonis – 7: 2
After Lauvergne’s launch from a medium distance – 5: 2.
Hayes hits a triple: a great start
Maccabi’s top five: E. Bryant, S. Wilbekin, A. Caloiaro, S. Cohen, A. Zizičius. Https://twitter.com/MaccabitlvBC/status/1375159584239804419
“Žalgiris” exit five: M. Grigonis, Th. Walkupas, J. Lauvergne, P. Jankūnas, N. Hayesas. Https://twitter.com/bczalgiris/status/1375159792575070212
https://www.facebook.com/bczalgiris/posts/10157698837461816
https://www.delfi.lt/krepsinis/naujienos/schilleris-trumpai-drutai-ivardijo-ka-galvoja-apie-zalgirio-padeti-eurolygoje.d?id=86777651
Its a HUGE weekend in the hunt for playoffs spots!
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