CSKA vs. Lokomotiv Kuban: 55-48
Evgeny Pashutin, CSKA Head Coach:
We deserved this win in a tense, difficult game. As expected, the Locomotiv showed a closed basketball, which is based on breaking the rhythm of the opponent, even sacrificing his own. As the result the spectators saw low scoring game. We managed to change the flow of the game in the second half through a good defense, which allowed guests to score only 7 points in the third and fourth periods.
Saso Filipovski, Lokomotiv Head Coach:
We played good tactically, and I am satisfied with our defense. On the other hand, we created a lot of opportunities for open shots, but could not make them. I want to congratulate CSKA with the victory and to wish the team success, in the Euroleague which starts next week.
