After two unsuccessful games in Euroleague, Baskonia celebrated a victory and has a chance to make through to playoffs. Tornike Shengelia played a key role in it. Under his leadership Baskonia beat Lyon 79:65 in the 24th round.
Shengelia became MVP of the game and was close to making a double-double. The Georgian earned 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists in 28:18 minutes. Tornike scored 5 from 10 2-point, 1 3-point and 2 from 4 free throws. His efficiency rating was 15.
American-born naturalized Georgian Matt Janning earned 10 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.
Baskonia has 9 wins and 15 losses and is in the 14th place. On February 21 the team will host Zalgiris Kaunas.