In this incredible episode of Basketball Body and Mind, we sit down with Lukas Grabauskas, Sports Director of BC Lietkabelis (EuroCup, LKL) to reveal how professional basketball clubs really scout, sign, and develop players.

What you’ll learn:

How young players can catch a pro club’s attention
Why character and habits matter even more than pure talent
How to choose between money vs playing time in early career moves
Inside look at how NBA and European basketball teams operate differently
The underrated power of good mentoring and environment off the court
If you're an aspiring player, a parent, or a coach — these insights are gold.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-grabauskas/

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00:00 – Official Trailer: Sneak Peek 🎥 
01:00 – Introduction: Who is Lukas Grabauskas? 
02:45 – What Does a Sports Director Actually Do? 
05:15 – How Clubs Scout New Talent 
08:20 – Young Players: How to Get Noticed 
11:00 – Why Money Isn't Everything Early On 
14:30 – Key Questions Parents Should Ask Before Moving Abroad 
17:50 – Off-Court Behavior: The Hidden Metric Scouts Look At 
21:10 – Can a Bad Attitude Ruin a Pro Career? 
24:40 – How NBA Teams Differ from European Clubs 
28:00 – Why Environment Matters More Than You Think 
31:10 – How to Balance Education and Basketball 
34:30 – Personal Habits That Separate Good from Great Players 
37:50 – How NBA Coaches and Staff Operate Differently 
40:30 – The Story of Scouting a Talented But Difficult Player 
44:00 – Lukas’ Best Moment in Basketball Career 
47:00 – Final Advice for Young Players and Parents