In a thrilling contest for the King's Mindaugas Cup bronze medal, D. Maldūnas played a crucial role in Lietkabelis’s victory over Šiauliai, scoring 14 points, grasping 12 rebounds, and achieving an impressive 28 efficiency points. The game began with Neptūnas establishing themselves early on, but Lietkabelis turned the tide dramatically in the second quarter, outscoring their opponents 31-12 for a commanding lead as they headed into halftime at 45-36.

The turning point for the game came in the third quarter when Lietkabelis extended their lead to 64-47, effectively crushing Neptūnas’s hopes of a comeback. As the match progressed, they maintained a solid advantage, entering the final quarter at 71-54. Although Klaipėda attempted to rally, Lietkabelis kept their focus and discipline, ensuring they maintained a double-digit lead throughout, ultimately winning the match decisively with a final score of 94-73.

This victory marked Lietkabelis’ tenth trophy in the cup tournament, emphasizing their continued dominance in Lithuanian basketball. The performance not only secured them the bronze medal but also highlighted D. Maldūnas's pivotal role in their success, further solidifying Lietkabelis's reputation as a formidable team in the league.