The Lithuanian 3x3 basketball team was positioned for a potential advancement in the Champions Cup after a narrow loss to Serbia, but their expectations were dashed in the final group match against Thailand, widely viewed as underdogs in the competition. Despite Thailand's previous defeats—posting only 11 points combined in two earlier games—the Lithuanians struggled to capitalize, missing the target of at least 16 points needed to secure a spot in the next round. This unexpected failure has left fans and players reeling from the shocking turn of events.

Ukraine ultimately finished first in their group with three victories, followed closely by world champions Spain, who surpassed expectations with a stellar performance. Lithuania, despite their strong lineup and previous hopes pinned on performance against Thailand, collected just enough points to hold third place, but it was ultimately not enough to propel them into the semifinals. The disappointment was compounded by the anticipation surrounding their ability to clinch a second-place finish.

In a heartfelt address after the match, the Lithuanian players expressed their apologies to the fans who had supported them both at the venue and back home in Lithuania. The sudden exit from the tournament serves as a tough lesson for the team, emphasizing the unpredictability of competitive sports, particularly in the fast-paced world of 3x3 basketball, where any team can surprise and overturn expectations at any time.