Zalgiris Kaunas is a legendary basketball club and a national institution in Lithuania, competing in the Lietuvos Krepsinio Lyga (LKL). Based in Kaunas, the team's hallowed home is the Zalgirio Arena, one of the largest basketball-specific arenas in Europe. Founded during the Soviet era, Zalgiris became a symbol of Lithuanian identity and resistance, famously challenging CSKA Moscow. The green and white colors are iconic. Their peak saw them win the EuroLeague in 1999 and consistently dominate the LKL, winning numerous championships. The modern Zalgiris, under the ownership of Arvydas Sabonis, remains a EuroLeague staple and a perennial LKL champion, known for a passionate, fast-paced style and incredibly loyal fans who create a deafening atmosphere. The team is a cornerstone of Lithuanian basketball culture.