Krasnoyarsk and Saratov will host 2 regular season games on Saturday.
Enisey (Krasnoyarsk Region) vs Pari Nizhny Novgorod (Nizhny Novgorod)
Time: 17:00 (13:00 Moscow time)
Place: Russia, Krasnoyarsk, Arena Sever
Broadcast: VK Video, VTB League website
Enisey: This season, the Krasnoyarsk team has been known for its consistent results. After 4 consecutive losses, the team has now won 2 games in a row. The hosts will try to extend streak against Pari NN. Tournament goals are also at stake here. The Siberian team is currently at 8th place but continue to fight for a spot in the top 6. If case of win, Enisey will catch up with Uralmash and MBA-MAI.
Pari NN: This season, the teams have only won road games in this rivalry. Enisey won 2 games in Nizhny Novgorod, and the Volga team was stronger in Krasnoyarsk in January. The guests will try to continue this trend. For guests, the value of the win cannot be overestimated. At stake is a ticket to the Playoffs. Sergey Kozin team is 3 wins behind Enisey, which is at 8th place, and is also behind its rival in season series. So Pari NN will have extraordinary motivation.
Avtodor (Saratov) vs UNICS (Kazan)
Time: 16:00 (15:00 Moscow time)
Place: Russia, Saratov, DS Kristall
Broadcast: VK Video, VTB League website
Avtodor: The hosts suffered another loss ahead of this game. Starting center Alen Hadzibegovic left. This situation is nothing new for Saratov team. This season, Avtodor has been unable to field optimal roster. But even with a shortened rotation, Avtodor remains a dangerous opponent, even for one of the League leaders. The hosts will try to prove this against UNICS.
UNICS: The guests continue to pursue CSKA. On Wednesday, the Moscow team nearly lost against MBA-MAI, which once again demonstrates the high level of competition in the VTB League. Therefore, UNICS needs to approach the upcoming game with complete dedication. Despite its current difficulties, Avtodor remains a dangerous opponent, and Kazan team will not be able to beat it without putting in a lot of effort.
