CSKA defeated Uralmash in Moscow – 98:56 (21:18, 32:8, 22:9, 23:21).
Game progress
CSKA made an 8:0 run in the opening minutes, forcing the guests coach Rostislav Vergun to take an emergency timeout. It helped for a while: Uralmash calmed down, stabilized the game, and after a Stanley Whittaker shot at could even take the lead.
However, it didn’t last long. Aleksa Avramovic scored 6 straight points in the opening quarter, and then CSKA newcomer was supported by Amath M’Baye and Ivan Ukhov with a series of long-range shots. The difference grew rapidly, and by halftime the Moscow team had all but eliminated the question of the winner of the game – 53:26.
Key moment
After the halftime, the game remained the same. The hosts played solid defense, even when the difference reached 40 points. CSKA slowed down a bit in the final quarter, and even though Megasport crowd demanded a 100, the hosts was one step away from that mark. CSKA starts the season with 2 straight wins.
X-factor
With 13 of 28 three-pointers made (46.4% shooting), the guests couldn’t match CSKA accuracy. The Moscow team long-range shooters showed bright scoring in the second quarter.
Facts
42 points – the largest winning difference this season.
CSKA continues its winning streak with a double-digit wins over Uralmash. Including last season, this is the 3rd consecutive win. Uralmash has never beat CSKA in its history, including the USSR championships.
All CSKA players with playing time scored points.
Leaders
CSKA: Aleksa Avramovic (17 + 9 assists), Anton Astapkovich (15 + 9 rebounds), Ivan Ukhov (9 + 6 rebounds).
Uralmash: Tyrell Nelson (13), Javonte Douglas (10 + 12 rebounds).
What’s next
CSKA: September 29 on the road against Enisey
Uralmash: October 2 on the road versus Pari Nizhny Novgorod.
