Both Lithuanians – Motiejus Krivas and Ugnius Jaruševičius – made a significant contribution to the victory. The latter scored 20 points in 20 minutes (8/11 two-pointers, 4/6 free throws), grabbed 6 rebounds, made an assist, stole the ball, and blocked an opponent’s shot.
M.Krivas spent only 15 minutes on the court but managed to score 16 points (4/8 two-pointers, 8/9 free throws), grabbed 5 rebounds, stole 3 balls, and made an assist. The Lithuanian also provoked 6 fouls from opponents.
LeBron James’ son Bryce James had a more modest performance this time. In 19 minutes, he scored 5 points (0/2 two-pointers, 1/1 three-pointer, 2/2 free throws), grabbed 2 rebounds, made 3 assists, and blocked a shot. B.James finished the game with five personal fouls.
By the way, Lithuanian commentator Karolis Ugintas unexpectedly addressed NBA star L.James in English during the live broadcast.
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“LeBron James, you are one of the greatest athletes of all time and the most famous basketball player in the world, with enormous influence. Speak out about the injustice happening in the world. In the country whose team is playing against your son’s team today, a terrible war is going on. A war that must be stopped. You are more than just a basketball player. I believe in that,” said the commentator.
The top scorer for the Wildcats was Ivanas Charčenkovas, who scored 24 points.
In the Ukrainian national team, Ivanas Tkačenka and Oleksandras Kovliaras each scored 16 points, while Viačeslavas Bobrovas added 9.
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