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Jonavos, Lithuania – Žalgiris Kaunas triumphed over Jonava 87-78 on September 20, 2025, in a Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) contest marking the debut of head coach Tomas Masiulis. the win, however, was shadowed by a pre-game fan boycott, signaling discontent with the club’s direction.
The match unfolded with Žalgiris gradually extending their led, finishing strong despite the absence of vocal support from their dedicated “Green White Boy” fan group. The boycott stemmed from concerns over perceived erosion of the club’s core values and a lack of perceived support for the team. The final score reflected Žalgiris’ dominance, closing at 87-78 after leading 62-50 earlier in the game.
Key Performances Drive Žalgiris to win
Moses Wright spearheaded Žalgiris’ offensive effort, contributing 18 points, 6 rebounds, and a performance index rating of 22. Edgaras Ulanovas closely followed with 8 points, 8 rebounds, and a 20 PIR. žuolas Tubelis added 14 points to the tally. For Jonava, Matas Repšys led with 17 points, while Daivienas Williamsonas and Hilmaras Henningssonas each scored 19.
Did You Know?
This was Coach Tomas Masiulis’ first LKL game at the helm of Žalgiris, following his appointment earlier this month.
Fan Discontent Leads to Boycott
Prior to the game, members of the “Green White Boy” supporters group arrived at the arena but ultimately chose not to enter, instead displaying a banner proclaiming Klubas be vertybių, komanda be palaikymo
(Club without values, team without support). They subsequently released a statement announcing a continued boycott of Žalgiris games due to what they described as policies detrimental to the club’s established values.
Game Statistics
| Player | points | Rebounds | PIR |
|---|---|---|---|
| M. Wright | 18 | 6 | 22 |
| E. Ulanovas | 8 | 8 | 20 |
| Å . Tubelis | 14 | – | – |
| D.Williamsonas | 19 | – | – |
| H. Henningssonas | 19 | – | – |
| M.Repšys | 17 | – | 20 |
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on Moses Wright’s performance – he’s quickly becoming a key player for Žalgiris.
Detailed Score breakdown
Žalgiris began to pull away in the fourth quarter, with Å . Tubelis scoring 9 points early on, followed by a three-pointer from M. Rubštavičius. Further contributions from M. Wright, including a dunk and free throws, alongside a two-pointer from E. Ulanovas, extended the lead to 80-60. I.Brazdeikis, N. Williamsas-gossas, and L. Birutis then sealed the victory, culminating in a final score of 87-78.
Team Rosters and Scoring
Jonava: Daivienas Williamsonas and Hilmaras Henningssonas (19 points each), Matas Repšys (17), makai Ashton-Langford (12), Jalenas Henry (7).
Žalgiris: Mosesas Wrightas (18), žuolas Tubelis (14), Nigelis Williamsas-Gossas (11), Deividas Sirvydis and Ignas Brazdeikis (10 points each), Edgaras Ulanovas (7), Laurynas Birutis (6).
What impact will the fan boycott have on Žalgiris’ performance moving forward? And how will Coach Masiulis address the concerns raised by the supporters group?
Background on Žalgiris and the LKL
Žalgiris kaunas is one of the most storied basketball clubs in Europe, with a rich history of success in both domestic and international competitions. The LKL (Lietuvos krepšinio lyga) is the top-tier professional basketball league in Lithuania, known for its passionate fanbase and high level of play. Recent years have seen increased scrutiny of club management and fan engagement across the league.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the fan boycott of Žalgiris?
The boycott was initiated by the “Green White Boy” supporters group due to concerns about the club’s policies and a perceived erosion of its core values.
Who was the leading scorer for Žalgiris in this game?
Moses Wright led Žalgiris with 18 points.
What is Tomas Masiulis’ role with Žalgiris?
Tomas Masiulis is the new head coach of Žalgiris Kaunas,and this game marked his debut in the LKL.
The final score was Žalgiris 87, jonava 78.
How did Edgaras Ulanovas contribute to Žalgiris’ victory?
Edgaras Ulanovas had 8 points, 8 rebounds, and a performance index rating of 20.
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