D. Motiejūnas, a player for Belgrade's 'Crvena Zvezda', shared his views on the Lithuanian national basketball team during the 'Euro Insiders' podcast. He expressed concern over the team's decline, emphasizing that by 2024, the team had lost its fundamental values and had become a source of ridicule. The situation arose from a scandal that highlighted these issues, raising questions about the players' commitment to understand what wearing their national jersey meant.

Motiejūnas pointed out the importance of leadership, arguing that it is not merely about perfection but the ability to respond appropriately in critical moments. He noted that during their decline, the Lithuanian team failed to uphold its principles and lost sight of the pride associated with representing their country. This disconnection prompted him to take action, despite the potential consequences for his own career in the national team.

He acknowledged the risks involved, including the likelihood that his outspokenness could signal the end of his tenure with the national team. However, he felt that standing up for the team’s values was necessary, rather than simply letting the cycle of blame continue—where coaches and federation officials were frequently blamed after failures. His statements reflect a deep concern for the future of Lithuanian basketball and a desire for meaningful change.