The ace of Lithuania and the Sacramento Kings spoke about the importance of “windows” and the upcoming 2023 FIBA ​​World Championship, Domantas Sabonis, in an interview he gave to a FIBA ​​official.

So, the son of the legend of European basketball Arvintas emphasized:

“I think in window matches, like the ones we play for the World Cup, there is an opportunity to play against guys who have less international experience and maybe less minutes in these matches or tournaments. And this gives more opportunities to both the coaching staff and the team itself. It is very important for us to have young guys, players who have less experience at international level, to gain experience and be ready when they are called on the field with the team.”

“Both have already done a lot of good for the national team and I know the best is yet to come. These and many other guys, given the opportunity, will succeed and have a positive impact on the national team. They learn quickly and are ready for all the challenges and responsibilities that come with the national team.”

“We all came together to create a very close-knit and close-knit group, motivated to help every player on the team improve and get better and better year after year. The competition is tough, but we had to take our place in the FIBA ​​World Cup. It was the only option we had. A team like Lithuania should be present at every competition and compete with the best. Constantly. It is important to participate in every competition and play against the best in the world. And now even more, because we see that the level of European basketball is very, very high, and there are many teams that can qualify for major tournaments. We strive to keep Lithuania among the best teams in the world.”

“It will be a fantastic tournament, I am sure of it. Fans will be happy to see the best players in the world and I am sure that these three countries are looking forward to the start of the tournament. Basketball is global and the game will get better and better as the tournament progresses. We have everything you need for a great tournament.”

“We are all fighting for one. We all want our compatriots to be proud. It is a great honor for each of us to represent Lithuania. Every player who is called to be a member of the team, whether he plays a lot or a little, feels the same way and wants to do his best for the national team jersey.”