During an engaging event hosted by basketball commentator Rytis Kazlauskas, American basketball player D. Sleva was put to a lighthearted test of his Lithuanian identity. The test included learning traditional dances, sampling the local delicacy šakotis, and assessing his Lithuanian language skills. One notable part of the language challenge had D. Sleva categorizing words spoken by Kazlauskas into three categories: food, cities, or basketball. Impressively, he identified "Panevėžys" as a city right away, showing his quick adaptability to the task at hand.

As the event progressed, D. Sleva continued to impress with his knowledge and humor, playfully engaging with questions about local delicacies like "šaltibarščiai," a traditional pink soup. This light-hearted test served not only as entertainment but also highlighted his growing connection to Lithuanian culture. Notably, D. Sleva’s warm responses and camaraderie with his teammates showcased the close-knit community and support system in professional basketball in Lithuania.

Throughout the event, video questions from D. Sleva's brother, who plays professionally in Luxembourg, and teams from his current teammates further added to the camaraderie and personal touch of the interaction. This entertaining and culturally enriching experience not only fostered a deeper understanding of Lithuanian traditions for D. Sleva but also provided fans a peek into the lives of professional basketball players off the court.