EuroLeague Veteran James Questions Coaching Decision, Analyzes Key Foul in Žalgiris Loss
Madrid – Veteran EuroLeague player M. james publicly questioned a late-game coaching decision following Žalgiris Kaunas’s November 20, 2025, defeat to Real Madrid.James, in his twelfth season in teh EuroLeague, specifically criticized the decision to bench S. Francisco during a crucial defensive possession. He shared his reaction via social media, stating, “Fransisco can’t be out on the last defensive possession. Didn’t even get a shot at it. O well, learning experience. Good game. Move on, long season.”
The critique comes after a game where S. Francisco achieved a personal EuroLeague record of 33 points, alongside 11 assists and a 37 utility point performance, despite Žalgiris ultimately falling short of a comeback. James’s comments add to the post-game analysis, which also focused on a key foul committed by M. Lo against F. Campazzo. The incident prompted James to offer insight into playing against the Real Madrid guard, advising players to “stay focused, calm and patient” when guarded by Campazzo, noting his skill in eliciting reckless reactions from opponents.
Despite Francisco’s return to the court and subsequent three-pointers, Žalgiris was unable to overcome the deficit.The loss underscores the competitive nature of the EuroLeague, where strategic decisions and individual matchups can significantly impact outcomes.
