Enisey beat Astana at home – 77:76 (19:22, 16:17, 18:15, 24:22).
Top scorers
Enisey: Tyus Battle (22 + 5 assists), Dustin Hogue (13 + 12 rebounds).
Astana: Adonis Thomas (15 + 5 assists), Martins Meiers (15 + 6 rebounds), Ojars Silins (11 + 7 rebounds).
Story
For the first time in 3 months Krasnoyarsk fans were permitted to come to Arena. It should help Enisey break 6-game losing streak. However, the beginning of the game was disappointing for hosts’ fans. Via Ilia Popov efforts the Siberians scored first. But it was a temporary success. The guests made a 12-point run and by the middle of the quarter Astana’s lead was double digit – 16:6.
Substitutions and time-outs shook Enisey. Tyus Battle took the role of the leader. Guard’s high-scoring game started Krasnoyarsk comeback. By the end of the first quarter there was a one possession differential – 19:22
The second quarter was even. The Siberians even took the lead after Leyton Hammonds three – 28:27. But Astana were showing their level. Long-range shots by Ojars Silins and Devyn Marble, Martins Meiers efforts brought the lead back to the guests by the end of the first half – 39:35.
Martins Meiers protects the @PBCAstana rim ❌ pic.twitter.com/nth0LCqvFw
— VTB League (@VTBUL) January 24, 2021
Key moment
The game decided in the ending. The Siberians led by red hot Tyus Battle managed to gain a 7-point lead with a minute left – 77:70. Martins Meiers turned on then. Astana’s center accurate shots cut the gap to a one possession – 74:77. After it Enisey gifted the opponent a perfect chance turning it over and fouling intentionally. After accurate free throws by Michael Thomspon Martins Meiers shot for the win but missed.
Enisey take second victory of the season and left the last place in standings outpacing Kalev.
Hero
Tyus Battle led Enisey in key moments of the game. The guard set career-highs in scoring (22 points) and efficiency (27).
Stat
6 – Enisey broke 6-game losing streak
Comments
Enisey head coach Drazen Anzulovich:
– Congratulations to my guys on the victory. It is a big one for us, especially considering those problems we faced during the season. I can’t say that I like the quality of our basketball. However, my players deserve respect for their dedication that they have shown tonight. Also, it should be said that we have no opportunities to get in physical shape to show basketball I’d like to see.
Thanks to the fans for coming. We won this game with your help!
Astana head coach Emil Rajkovikj:
– It’s hard to lose in such close games, especially when you control the game. For 25 minutes we were playing smart and logical. However, in the ending we lost concentration, made mistakes, it caused the defeat.
Next
Enisey: February 1 @ Kalev
Astana: January 31 vs Avtodor
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