The KMT finals will feature two of Lithuania's top basketball teams, Kauno 'Žalgiris' and Vilniaus 'Rytas', after both teams achieved convincing victories in the semifinals. 'Žalgiris', the reigning champions and multiple cup winners, dominated Klaipėdos 'Neptūnas' with a score of 119-81, showcasing their strong performance. Meanwhile, 'Rytas' secured their spot with a solid 106-89 win over Panevėžio 'Lietkabelis', marking their return to the finals for the first time in six years.

Both teams come into the final missing key players; 'Žalgiris' is without Arnas Butkevičius due to a foot injury, and 'Rytas' is missing Jacob Willey who moved to the USA and the injured Simon Lukošius. The head coaches of both teams are set to compete for their first KMT title in their careers. In their previous matchups this season, 'Žalgiris' has emerged victorious twice, defeating 'Rytas' 79-75 and 90-81 in their earlier encounters.

The KMT finals promise to be an exciting clash, with both teams eager to secure the first trophy of the season. The match is set to begin at 18:00 and will undoubtedly draw the attention of basketball fans across Lithuania as the two historic rivals battle for supremacy on the court.