Coach Tomas Masiulis reported on his team's satisfactory performance after securing their sixteenth victory in the EuroLeague, praising the team's effort. The game was competitive, with Kaunas leading 11:5 early on, but Hapoel managed to catch up, showcasing a tight match that had fans on the edge of their seats. Both teams struggled with three-point shots, each missing several attempts before settling into a rhythm.

In a thrilling second quarter, after a three-pointer by Ignas Brazdeikis, Kaunas initially pulled ahead at 29:20. However, Hapoel then took the lead for the first time at 34:32. By halftime, the score was closely contested, with Žalgiris leading slightly at 44:43, which set the stage for a dramatic second half that followed. The game highlighted both teams' defensive strategies, as they exchanged leads several times throughout each quarter.

As the third quarter unfolded, Hapoel appeared to gain momentum, taking a 54:49 lead after Kaunas struggled with turnovers. Nevertheless, Kaunas responded late in the quarter, with crucial plays by Maodo Lo and Nigel Williams-Goss, allowing them to regain the lead at 58:54. Despite efforts to create a larger gap, the game remained tight, with a score of 63:62 going into the final quarter, emphasizing the intense rivalry and competitiveness that EuroLeague matches consistently deliver.