Kazys Maksvytis responds to Keenan Evans rumors / News - Basketnews.com

The head coach of Zalgiris Kaunas, Kazys Maksvytis, talked about rumors about Keenan Evans and his own status as coach of the team.

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Kazys Maksvytis of Zalgiris Kaunas talked about rumors circulating regarding Keenan Evans and his position as the head coach of the team, which was called into question this past week.

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The Lithuanian specialist brought clarity to both issues in the press conference after the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) win against BC Wolves.

"I talked with Paulius Jankunas [GM of Zalgiris Kaunas]. As far as I know, Keenan doesn't have a buyout clause, and it would be crazy to let him go right now," Maksvytis clarified.

Before the game, the Lithuanian club assured their subscribers through their communication platform that Evans was not heading elsewhere. Evans is on an expiring contract with Zalgiris.

Maksvytis also talked about his own future with the club.

"It's part of the coach's job; teams always demand maximum results," the coach explained. "I have to admit, there was no maximum. It wouldn't have been a surprise if I had been fired," he also admitted.

His remarks come after a series of events in which the club decided not to fire the Lithuanian head coach after backlash from players.

Zalgiris Kaunas currently sits in the 16th position with 5 wins and 9 losses.

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