Match Summary

In a thrilling Lietuvos Krepsinio Lyga contest that tipped off just past midnight on May 10, 2026, U.Juventus edged out Nevezis Kedainiai 98–95 in a high‑scoring, back‑and‑forth affair. The road victory kept Juventus firmly in the hunt for a top‑four playoff spot, while Nevezis saw a promising comeback fall just short on their home floor.

The game featured 14 lead changes and neither side led by more than eight points at any stage. Juventus shot an efficient 52% from the field and converted 22 of 26 free throws, while Nevezis leaned on a fast‑paced transition attack that produced 18 fast‑break points. Despite a furious rally in the final minute, the home team could not force overtime.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Surge: Nevezis opened with a 12‑2 run, capitalizing on three early turnovers by Juventus. However, the visitors responded with a 9‑0 spurt to tie the game at 21 by the end of the period.
• Half‑Time Shootout: Both teams shot over 55% in the second quarter, combining for 60 points. Juventus took a 53–49 lead into the break behind six three‑pointers from their bench.
• Fourth‑Quarter Drama: With 2:18 remaining, Nevezis clawed back from an eight‑point deficit to tie the game at 93 on a driving layup from their point guard. Juventus answered with a clutch three‑pointer from the left wing with 38 seconds left, then sealed the win with two free throws after a Nevezis turnover.
• Final Possession: Trailing 98–95 with 4.7 seconds left, Nevezis inbounded the ball and got a clean look from beyond the arc, but the shot rimmed out as the buzzer sounded.

Standout Performances

U.Juventus was led by their veteran shooting guard, who poured in 27 points on 9‑of‑15 shooting, including 4‑of‑7 from deep. He also dished out six assists and grabbed five rebounds. Their center added a double‑double with 18 points and 11 boards, anchoring the paint on both ends.

For Nevezis Kedainiai, the starting backcourt combined for 45 points. The point guard finished with 22 points and nine assists, while the shooting guard scored 23 points, many coming on difficult drives to the rim. However, Nevezis’ bench contributed only 12 points compared to Juventus’ 31, a decisive factor in the loss.

Impact on the Season

With the win, U.Juventus improved to 16‑10 on the season, solidifying fifth place in the tightly‑packed LKL standings. The victory also gave them a crucial head‑to‑head tiebreaker over Nevezis, who now sit at 15‑11 and slipped to sixth. With only four weeks remaining in the regular season, every result carries playoff implications.

Nevezis will look to rebound quickly as they travel to face league leaders Rytas Vilnius, while Juventus return home to host a surging Jonava side. Based on this performance, both teams possess the offensive firepower to make noise in the postseason. However, defensive consistency – especially in crunch time – remains a question for Nevezis after allowing 98 points on their home court.