The teams showed an equal game, but it was not possible to take revenge over «Parma».
«Parma» - «Tsmoki-Міnsk» 74:65 (18-18, 19-9, 23-20, 14-18)
The highest scoring:
«Parma»:
- Boris Savovic (16 points + 5 rebounds),
- Eigirdas Zukauskas (11 points),
- Lorenzo Williams (9 points).
«Tsmoki-Міnsk»:
- Derek Cooke (19 points + 11 rebounds + 3 assists),
- Kris Clyburn (17 points + 7 rebounds),
- Aliaksandr Pustahvar (8 points).
Derek Cooke, Kris Clyburn , Toms Leimanis, Uladzimir Verameyenka and Benjamin-Pavel Dodoo were in the starting lineup. The squad of "Tsmoki" has undergone some changes. Firstly, Klavs Cavars appeared on the court, who had not taken part in the games for more than 3 months. Secondly, Daniil Barysevich, Yauheni Beliankou and Vadzim Stubeda were out of the application this game.
At the beginning, the game was quite slow, as if the teams were cautious. This resulted in very low scoring. The second half of the game set usual speed game, and it reflected the events, which became more interesting to follow.
In the last few minutes, «Tsmoki» had a chance to turn the game in their favor, there were eight points behind the opposing team, but the team did not manage to win. Uladzimir Verameyenka committed the fifth foul, and the team had to finish the game without a cap. Thus, "Parma" has strengthened its chances of reaching the playoffs, and «Tsmoki» has remained in the same position.
Rostislav Vergun, Head coach of «Tsmoki-Minsk»:
– First of all, I would like to mention the competent game of Parma today. We did not have two main small forwards, and «Parma» took an advantage of that. Taking into account the lineup we had, I think, we were active with the ball, gave 20 assists, but, unfortunately, completely lost the rebound.
Next "Tsmoki" game in the VTB United League will be held on 12, April at the "Minsk-Arena "against" Lokomotiv". It starts at 19: 00. To buy tickets, follow the link.