Rytas uses Lietkabelis' defeat and jumps to the second place

Rytas Vilnius left no chance to Nevezis Kedainiai 96:75 and celebrated 17th win of the year. 

Rytas built double digit lead in the first period - 25:13. Lead grew even more in the remaining quarters and Vilnius' side cruised to the easy victory.

Arnas Butkevicius scored 14 points, grabbed 6 rebounds and dished 7 assists for the winners.

Viny Okouo had 15 points for the visitors.

With this win Rytas jumped back to the second place in the standings as Lietkabelis Panevezys faced defeat  81:67 against Pieno zvaigzdes Pasvalys.

It was the first loss for Lietkabelis at home in Betsafe LKL this season.

Visitors ran away after a huge third quarter (28:12). Before the final period Pieno zvaigzdes were in the lead 64:43. Even though Lietkabelis tried to come back, it was not enough.

John Gillon was the top scorer for the visitors. Point Guard added 34 points with 13 out of 16 field goals made to the win.