Žalgiris otima centra Cedeviti: U Kaunas stiže nigerijski Kai Džons

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Yes, there is one major club in Lithuania that plays in the EuroLeague. However, this doesn't mean much financially, as the club receives funding not from the national budget, but from the city where it is based. So, if we were to have a second EuroLeague team—say, in Vilnius—it would have no bearing on the amount Žalgiris receives from its own city. In fact, Žalgiris gets only €3 million out of its ~€26 million budget, meaning it accounts for just ~11% of the total. The rest comes from ticket sales, sponsors, and merchandise. I remember when we faced a situation similar to yours in Serbia, where the club relied mainly on funding from the city and a primary owner. There was no continuity or stability; you never knew from year to year how much money you’d have or what kind of roster you could assemble. The squad would consist of second-tier Lithuanian and foreign players—guys no one else wanted—or we’d take a gamble on someone from the NCAA. Looking at the club's current situation compared to the past, it feels like we’re an NBA team now (just kidding :D). I’d like to wish the same for your Serbian clubs: to break free from state funding and develop as many independent revenue streams as possible, allowing the club to grow in both financial strength and prestige. Good luck, Serbia.