Lietkabelis 83 – 80 Neptunas Klaipeda | Lietuvos Krepsinio Lyga

In a tightly contested battle in the Lietuvos Krepsinio Lyga (Lithuanian Basketball League), Lietkabelis edged out Neptunas Klaipeda 83-80 on April 27, 2026. The game was decided in the final minutes, with the home side making crucial plays down the stretch to secure a hard-fought victory.

Match Overview

The contest was a back-and-forth affair from the opening tip, with neither team able to build a lead larger than seven points. Neptunas used an aggressive defensive scheme to force turnovers, but Lietkabelis countered with efficient shooting from beyond the arc. The final quarter saw multiple lead changes before Lietkabelis pulled ahead for good with a 6-0 run in the last two minutes.

Key Moments

• Fourth Quarter Drama: With the score tied at 78-78, Lietkabelis guard Vytenis Lipkevičius hit a clutch three-pointer to give his team the lead.
• Free Throw Pressure: Neptunas had a chance to tie in the final seconds, but a missed three-pointer sealed their fate.
• Rebounding Edge: Lietkabelis dominated the boards 42-34, providing second-chance opportunities.

Standout Players

Lietkabelis was led by Džiugas Slavinskas, who posted 18 points and 9 rebounds. Gediminas Orelik added 15 points off the bench, including four three-pointers. For Neptunas, Martynas Mažeika scored a game-high 22 points, while Matas Jogėla contributed 14 points and 6 assists.

Season Impact

The win keeps Lietkabelis in the playoff picture, improving their record and building momentum as the regular season winds down. Neptunas, meanwhile, continues to struggle on the road, dropping to a .500 record. Both teams will need to refine their execution in close games as the LKL postseason approaches.