The Lithuanian national basketball team is gearing up for two upcoming matches against the Icelandic national team, with an announcement that Martinas Gebenas will be joining the squad to reinforce their center position. This news was shared by the Lithuanian basketball association on Tuesday afternoon. Gebenas, a 31-year-old player, has been performing well this season with the Girona Basquet, averaging 10.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and a total of 12.2 efficiency points per game.

Head coach R. Kurtinaitis acknowledged the challenging task ahead, noting that the Icelandic team, lacking NBA or EuroLeague players, nonetheless has the ability to field a strong lineup. He emphasized the need for the Lithuanian team to adapt and make the most of the players available to them, recognizing the unpredictability of international matches.

With the team traveling to Reykjavik on Thursday, they are set to face Iceland on Friday, followed by a rematch in Klaipeda on Monday. The addition of Gebenas is expected to provide a boost to the national team's performance as they look to secure victory in these crucial games against their Icelandic counterparts, who are eager to put forth their best talent for the matches ahead.