Jasikevicius breaks down two emotional plays, provides updates on Wilbekin and Motley / News - Basketnews.com

Sarunas Jasikevicius anticipates Scottie Wilbekin's return sooner rather than later, with Jonathan Motley's availability more likely for Game 3.

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WhenNate Sestinasunk a late overtime 3-pointer, establishing Fenerbahce's lead over Monaco to 8 points,Sarunas Jasikeviciusexploded on the sidelines.

This emotional moment illustrated three critical aspects of a hard-fought Fenerbahce's victory in Monaco,95-91.

Firstly, it began with the unconventional decision to deploy a small-ball lineup featuring Sestina at four andNigel Hayes-Davisat center.

Secondly, it showcased a player who scored more points in his first playoff game ever (16) than in the previous six EuroLeague games combined over the last month and a half.

Thirdly, it highlighted the resilience of a team that rallied from a 9-point deficit in the fourth quarter to surpass Monaco.

"Today, we're proud of our character, but not our basketball," Sarunas Jasikevicius recalled in a post-game interview forBasketNews. "We didn't have our advantages in some situations. But we showed our character."

"For Nate, it was the first good away game in five months. While he's consistent at home, his away performance hasn't matched until tonight. However, his dedication and effort are unbelievable. Everyone on the team loves him. But since he didn't deliver away yet, I first put him at the end of my rotation. However, I felt he could help us tonight. When we couldn't score anything in the first half, he showed up, sank two threes, and automatically made the rotation."

Sestina's standout performance came during the playoff tip-off in Monaco, with Fenerbahce's main center, Johnathan Motley, sidelined due to injury.

"It's unclear yet, but it looks like Wilbekin's injury

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