After a tense match, the head coach of Hapoel expressed disappointment over his team's performance, particularly in the fourth quarter where they conceded a significant number of points, leading to their defeat. He highlighted the importance of adjusting their defensive game and acknowledged that his team made 16 mistakes, a stark contrast to Zalgiris's nine, attributing part of the loss to Zalgiris's effective defensive strategies. While they managed to control the game for three quarters, the fourth quarter proved disastrous for Hapoel, showcasing poor decision-making and frustrating execution in tight situations.

The coach pointed out that Zalgiris effectively capitalized on their mistakes and used their defensive strengths to pressure Hapoel’s players, leading to fast breaks and easy scores. The match revealed a stark contrast in the teams’ performances, particularly in how they managed their gameplay under pressure. Despite some good plays, Hapoel failed to adapt quickly to the game’s changing dynamics, which played a critical role in their eventual loss.

Looking ahead, this defeat raises questions about Hapoel's performance consistency and their ability to handle pressure during crucial moments of games. The performance against Zalgiris might serve as a significant learning experience for the team as they must address their defensive strategies and decision-making processes to improve in future games.