Barcelona falls to Zalgiris in a crucial duel on Lithuanian soil. Sylvain Francisco tips the balance with a stellar performance in the final quarter.
The decisive match on Lithuanian soil
Barcelona suffered a defeat against Zalgiris Kaunas in a match that was evenly matched until Sylvain Francisco took center stage. After providing assists, Francisco scored 14 points in the last quarter, tilting the scale in favor of Zalgiris. Moses Wright also shone with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kevin Punter and Jan Vesely stood out in the visiting team.
Equality breaks in the last quarter
The first thirty minutes were marked by equality and the exchange of leadership. However, Sylvain Francisco's breakthrough in the last quarter decided the game in favor of Zalgiris. Barcelona could not contain the push of the Lithuanian star player and was overtaken in a match that seemed destined to be resolved in a tight finish.
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