Jasikevicius Reflects on Fenerbahçe Beko’s Victory Over Olimpia Milano

Fenerbahçe Beko Head Coach Sarunas Jasikevicius assessed his team’s performance following their 79-75 EuroLeague victory against Olimpia Milano on March 20, 2026. Despite the win, Jasikevicius expressed dissatisfaction with aspects of his team’s play, particularly in the first half.

First-Half Struggles

Jasikevicius acknowledged the strong support from the home crowd, stating, “We need everyone to supply their all on the court in this atmosphere.” He criticized the team’s initial performance, noting, “We didn’t manage to do that in the first half. Milano position a lot of pressure on us and we struggled to respond.” He also pointed to issues with the guard performance and the inability to establish effective offensive flow.

Second-Half Response

The coach highlighted a noticeable shift in the team’s approach after halftime. “We played more physically in the second half,” Jasikevicius explained. “We controlled the game better when we played with three guards. The players reacted well at halftime, but we are not going through an effortless process.” He emphasized that despite being in a leading position in the EuroLeague standings, the team still faces challenges.

Key Player Contributions

Jasikevicius specifically praised the contributions of Talen Horton-Tucker and Wade Baldwin, acknowledging their increased responsibility in the absence of Devon Hall. However, he also noted that Milano’s defense limited their team’s offensive creativity. [Türk Spor Ajansi]

Acknowledging a Difficult Period

Echoing similar sentiments in post-match comments, Jasikevicius stated that Fenerbahçe Beko is navigating a “difficult process.” He acknowledged the challenges of maintaining motivation during a demanding season and emphasized the need to continue working hard despite their current position. [Sporx] [fener.org]

Jasikevicius concluded by stating the team must focus on improvement rather than making excuses, reinforcing a commitment to diligent preparation and performance.