After his team lost 89-106 to Vilnius ‘Rytas’ on Saturday in Šiauliai, N. Čanakas voiced his frustrations regarding the performance of his players. He noted that while losing to a team like ‘Rytas’ isn't a tragedy, the manner in which they played was nothing short of a disaster. He remarked that he expected better from his players, who he likened to skilled pianists performing poorly by playing the wrong notes, indicating a lack of dedication and teamwork among the players.

In the aftermath of the game, Čanakas held a lengthy discussion with his team, indicating that there were serious concerns about the direction of the season. He mentioned having the opportunity to turn the season around but emphasized that their recent performances undermined any potential for improvement. Čanakas has been struggling with his team’s overall performance this season, and his disappointment reflects the challenges of keeping morale high amid a series of poor results.

D. Sleva, a player on the team, was hesitant to discuss a verbal fight that occurred during the game and expressed ongoing frustration. He acknowledged that they had allowed ‘Rytas’ to score too many three-pointers, suggesting that some of the blame lies with their defensive strategy. The overall sentiment indicates a need for reflection and recalibration as the team grapples with their season's struggles.