"I'm not overly concerned!" Butler after Žalgiris defeat: We need time, we need to click

Pulse Sports Team 22:48 - 24 September 2026

Crvena zvezda Meridianbet suffered a 77-83 defeat to Žalgiris in the opening round of the EuroLeague. After the game, Crvena zvezda basketball player Jared Butler gave his statement.

You could follow the live coverage of the Crvena zvezda – Žalgiris match on Sportal.

Žalgiris continues to be a thorn in Crvena zvezda Meridianbet's side. For the fourth time in their last five encounters in Belgrade, the Lithuanians emerged victorious. Following the game, Crvena zvezda's basketball player, Jared Butler, addressed the media.

"This was our first game, and we're still trying to gel. Both the coaches and the players. So, I'm not overly concerned. I feel we have a great team; I just think we need to put some pieces together. We need time, but I believe we'll find our rhythm. Things might look good on paper, but that's worthless without chemistry. So, we need to click..." - Jared Butler

He also commented on the Žalgiris team...

"They are a very tough, strong team. They always play hard and try to be more physical. That was their game plan for this match, and they clearly succeeded." - Jared Butler