Šarūnas Jasikevičius Requests No Questions After Fenerbahçe Victory

Fenerbahçe Beko head coach Šarūnas Jasikevičius surprised journalists after his team’s 81-78 EuroLeague victory over Partizan Belgrade, requesting they refrain from asking questions. The unusual request followed a successful evening for Fenerbahçe, securing a win while also providing additional recovery time for injured players.

Match Recap and Jasikevičius’s Comments

Jasikevičius initially joked, “Good game, thank you,” before elaborating on his team’s performance. He expressed gratitude to Fenerbahçe’s fans for their continued support, highlighting the special connection between the team and its home crowd.

“The game unfolded as we expected,” Jasikevičius stated. “We knew we wouldn’t play well for various reasons. On nights like these, you need to be professional and keep fighting. I feel we managed to do that, especially in the second half. We won another game. So, we not only won the game but also gave our injured players more time to recover. It was a good evening for us.”

Context and Background

Šarūnas Jasikevičius, often referred to as “Šaras,” is a Lithuanian professional basketball coach and former player. He is currently the head coach of Fenerbahçe Beko as of February 2026. Throughout his distinguished career, Jasikevičius has also coached Žalgiris Kaunas, FC Barcelona and Panathinaikos, among other teams.

Recent Performance and Player Updates

The victory over Partizan Belgrade was particularly valuable for Fenerbahçe, as it allowed key players to rest and recover from injuries. Talen Horton-Tucker’s performance was also highlighted, contributing significantly to the team’s success according to Euroleague Basketball.

Jasikevičius’s Coaching Career

Jasikevičius’s coaching career began in 2014 as an assistant coach for Žalgiris. He later became the head coach of Žalgiris from 2016 to 2020, followed by a stint with FC Barcelona from 2020 to 2023. He assumed the role of head coach for Fenerbahçe in 2023 and continues to lead the team as of February 2026.

Achievements as a Player

Before transitioning to coaching, Jasikevičius enjoyed a successful playing career, earning numerous accolades, including:

• EuroBasket MVP (2003)
• 4x EuroLeague champion (2003–2005, 2009)
• 2x All-EuroLeague First Team (2004, 2005)
• EuroLeague Final Four MVP (2005)