";s:4:"text";s:4116:"NBA draft rankings: New top 100 prospects and scouting reports Hayes has more on-ball upside given his ball-screen shot creation and confidence, and Maledon is a hint more versatile. Lithuanian champs Zalgiris Kaunas announced on Friday that one of the top Lithuanian prospects, guard Rokas Jokubaitis, has agreed to sign a three-year term deal with the club.Jokubaitis (1.92 meters, 18 years old) had 12 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague appearances in his debut season averaging 2.6 points in less than six minutes per game. The top basketball league in France (its proper name is Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro A) was formed in 1921. National Basketball League (NKL) of Lithuania has never had a big interest from basketball scouts but the 2nd Lithuanian basketball division is the place where the major part of talents play. The Tigers made the NCAA Tournament each of the last two years, including a trip to the Final Four in 2019. Zalgiris Kaunas begins a new era this season under Coach Martin Schiller.
We’re delighted Rokas is happy with the conditions provided and with this long term agreement, he’s shown confidence in us.” As always the Lithuanian champion will fight hard to challenge for a playoff berth. Such third party cookies may track your use of the websites.We and our partners also use cookies to ensure we show you advertising that is relevant to you.If you continue we will assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the websites.Lithuanian champs Zalgiris Kaunas announced on Friday that one of the top Lithuanian prospects, guard "Although Rokas just recently turned 18, his understanding of the game and strong work ethic matches those of the players of the highest caliber." The Lithuanian champions and the 18-year-old have signed a three-year deal.The youngster gained coach Jasikevicius’ trust last season and already had the chance to showcase himself on the national front, but also had some playing time in the EuroLeague. That being said, I am ready to accept whatever role my coaches want me to play." One of the most talented young players in Lithuania, Rokas Jokubaitis has agreed on a long-term contract extension with Zalgiris. It was an important goal and a priority for us to retain him.