Pre-game disposition
Pavel Korobkov remains out for the Army Men.
Word to the coach
In our third game of VTB League season we face Minsk, the team that changed a lot since last year. I would say they created much more athletic roster, able to run transition, play early drags, they have quality to play both inside and outside. We respect our opponent and approach the game very seriously.
Past matchups
Wins/losses: 14-0
Games
2016-17 – VTB United League. Regular season: Tsmoki Minsk – CSKA: 63-100 (+37)
2016-17 – VTB United League. Regular season: CSKA – Tsmoki Minsk: 109-74 (+35)
Short dossier
Tsmoki Minsk, Belarus
Founded: 2006
Colors: blue, white
Home court: Minsk Arena (15,000), Falcon Club (2,300)
CEO: Yuri Shakola
Head coach: Alexander Krutikov
Website: www.bc-tsmoki.by
Trophy case: 9-time Belarusian champion (2009-17), 8-time Belarusian Cup winner (2010-17)
