Avtodor forward Nick Minnerath has been named the 2016-17 VTB United League Scoring Champion. He received his award today in Saratov following the regular-season game between Avtodor and VEF (96-84) from VTB United League general director Ilona Korstin and Avtodor president Vladimir Rodionov.
Nick Minnerath played 22 games for Avtodor this season, averaging 23.3 points per outing.
Alexey Shved (Khimki) finished second with 22.2 points per game, while Keith Langford (UNICS) finished 3rd with 19.0 points per game.
– It’s a big honor to be recognized by the League and receive the Scoring Champion honor, – noted Nick Minnerath. – It’s even better to win the award today in the final home game of the season in front of our fans.