Krasnoyarsk and Saratov will host 2 regular season games on Saturday.
Enisey (Krasnoyarsk Region) vs MBA-MAI (Moscow)
Time: 16:00 (12:00 Moscow time)
Place: Russia, Krasnoyarsk, Arena Sever
Broadcast: Match! Igra, VK Video, VTB League website
Enisey: In the first round, the Krasnoyarsk team got a disappointing loss against MBA-MAI with final seconds shot. Now the Siberian team is determined to take revenge and has every chance to do so. After an unsuccessful start, Enisey has good shape and got several impressive wins. The team is especially dangerous at home. Enisey has not lost in Krasnoyarsk since October 25, winning 4 games in a row during that time. Jovica Arsic’s team has a long road trip ahead, so the hosts will do their best to please fans once again in their last home game of the year.
MBA-MAI: The guests started the season strongly but have slowed down a bit lately. Nevertheless, two things stand out. The Moscow team plays well against their rivals, winning 7 out of 9 games. MBA-MAI also feels confident on the road (4 wins, 3 losses). In the upcoming game, Vasily Karasev’s team will be seriously focused on success. Roster depth, experienced core of players and trademark tough style of play can help MBA-MAI to secure win.
Avtodor (Saratov) vs UNICS (Kazan)
Time: 15:00 (14:00 Moscow time)
Place: Russia, Saratov, DS Kristall
Broadcast: VK Video, VTB League website
Avtodor: Since the start of the season, Avtodor has been battling not only its opponents, but also its own problems. The recent break did not bring any good news. Dusan Beslac is out due to injury. Alex Hamilton was dismissed from the team. The Saratov team is not in the best shape going against one of the leaders. Nevertheless, even without the leaders, Milenko Bogicevic team is showing high level basketball. In the upcoming game, the hosts will do their best to please their fans and end long losing streak.
UNICS: The team’s loss in Perm was one of the biggest surprises of the last month. The Kazan team will try to rehabilitate in Saratov. In addition, the guests continue to fight for the lead in the standings. CSKA’s win in Krasnodar kept the Moscow team at first place in the standings. But Velimir Perasovic’s team has an excellent chance to knock the opponent off the throne after this game. To do so, UNICS needs to beat Avtodor by 9 points or more.
