Interview

Andrei Martyuk: “I was enjoying the process”

Lokomotiv Kuban center became the best scorer of the game against MBA-MAI (96:86) – 22 points, as well as 7 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals.
In the previous game, you scored 3 three-pointers, today – 4. What do teammates say about that?
Nothing. Except for Patrick [Miller]. He says "If I give you a pass – shoot, don't hesitate".
You were very emotional after several shots. Does basketball make you smile?
Of course. I think basketball makes everyone smile – the players, the fans. The game tomorrow was interesting , I suppose. We scored 96 points today, the opponent – ​​86; 25 three-pointers... We did it cool.
Did you play beautifully on purpose?
I was enjoying the process. When we enjoy playing, we always do well.
Why did Lokomotiv's performance declined after a bright start today?
Why do you say "declined"? We tried to create a big lead in the score from the very beginning, so as not to let MBA-MAI feel their game. And when we made "+20", we calmly controlled it from there.
What to expect from the final game of the regular season against Uralmash?
I can't tell for the opponent. I think we'll give our 100%. Maybe we'll try to play something new, but that's a question for the coaches, not me.
Are you glad that Kirill Yelatontsev is back?
For sure! It's super when there's someone with whom you're interchangeable. And I'm just glad for him.
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