New magician from Žalgiris: Lauvergne became MVP / KMT final news

In Kaunas “Žalgiris”, who lost his MVP Edgars Ulanovas full time in the summer, a new magician shone.

Joffrey Lauvergne, who shone in the final four of the KMT in Martin Schiller’s army, was recognized as the MVP of the competition.

The Frenchman, who appeared in the monstrous semi-final with Klaipėda’s “Neptune”, scored 35 utility points and posted 13 utility points in the final.

“I’m glad that we managed to win the KMT trophies, and when we win, it’s always fun,” Lauvergne told a news conference. – The MVP award is like bonuses As well. My joy would be just as great, but now the feeling is even more pleasant. “

In the fight for the title with Panevėžys Lietkabelis, he scored 11 points (5/6 doubles, 1/1 penalty), bounced 4 balls, scored 2 assists and caused 2 fouls.

The residents of Kaunas in Panevėžys won 76:69 against Lietkabelis and defended the name of the winners.

For the French striker, personally, this was the fifth national cup won, he had already triumphed in his native land and Turkey. However, the KMT trophy will remain in the athlete’s memory not only because of the MVP award received, but also because of the general background of COVID-19.

“Apart from the youth tournaments, the MVP title is my first,” Lauvergne continued. – I really enjoy this season, so the KMT trophy won is special. I’m glad we can compete despite the coronavirus situation. “

By choosing a teammate with whom he would be happy to share the MVP title, Lauvergne singled out powerful finalist Thomas Walkup, who scored 31 utility points.

“I would choose Thomas because of the very well played final and the overall pleasure of playing with him,” Lauvergne said.

For Žalgiris, this was the fourth KMT trophy in history. The top three hero with the MVP laurels was Ulanov from Kaunas.