The main news ahead of the second match is the extension of Patrick Miller’s contract for two more seasons. Lokomotiv’s point guard has been performing very well in the playoffs, starting in each of the 12 matches, leading the team in points (17.4), assists (5.1), steals (1.2), and being 4th in rebounds (4.3).
“I’m glad we managed to keep our leader for two more seasons,” says Andrey Vedischev. “Patrick’s play throughout the championship has proven that he is capable of leading the team and his partners. It is very important to have a stable lineup and achieve our goals with players who have skill, character, and who are always focused on the best result”.
Following Game #1 of the bronze series (90:97), Lokomotiv and UNICS swapped places in team statistics for points scored during the playoffs: Kazan has 85.5, we have 84.8; we are currently 4th, they are 3rd.
UNICS also improved their positions in rebounds (37.1; 4th place in the playoffs) and assists (19.6; 1st). Lokomotiv rose from 5th to 2nd in steals (7.5).
It should also be noted that the opponent’s center Ismaёl Bako broke into the playoff leaders in rebounds (7.0).
The game will be broadcasted live on the Krasnodar, Match and Start TV channels, as well as on our website.
Go, Loko!