Rytas stuns Žalgiris to force decisive Game 5

In a thrilling turn of events, Rytas Vilnius managed to secure a nail-biting 69-68 victory over Žalgiris Kaunas in Game 4 of the Betsafe-LKL finals. Despite a slow start, Rytas rallied back and evened the best-of-five series at 2-2. The hero of the game was Marcus Foster, who hit a game-winning shot with just 2 seconds remaining on the clock. The stage is now set for an exhilarating Game 5, which will take place in Kaunas on Saturday.

The game started with Žalgiris holding the upper hand, but Rytas refused to back down. Both teams displayed exceptional determination and competitive spirit throughout the match. Rytas fought hard to close the gap and managed to pull off a stunning comeback, sealing the victory in the final seconds.

Jaime Echenique led the scoring for Rytas with 18 points, closely followed by Marcus Foster with 16 points. For Žalgiris, Isaiah Taylor contributed 14 points, while Ignas Brazdeikis added 13 points. The evenly matched performance from both sides made for an enthralling contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Meanwhile, in the battle for third place, 7bet-Lietkabelis overcame a 1-2 deficit in the series to clinch the bronze medals. They displayed their resilience and determination by winning the last two games against CBet Jonava. In a dominant performance, 7bet-Lietkabelis secured a 75-55 victory to even the series before sealing the deal with an 84-72 win in the final game. Coached by Nenad Čanak, the team finished the season on a high note and celebrated their well-deserved third-place finish.

With the Betsafe-LKL finals reaching their climax, basketball enthusiasts eagerly await the decisive Game 5 between Rytas Vilnius and Žalgiris Kaunas. The intensity and excitement of the series have been unparalleled, and the final showdown promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. Both teams will leave no stone unturned as they battle it out for the championship title, while 7bet-Lietkabelis celebrates their third-place achievement.