Zenit vs Lokomotiv Kuban. Game 7 preview
Context
Zenit and Lokomotiv Kuban will face off in the seventh and decisive game of their series for a spot in the VTB United League finals. This matchup has already given fans everything imaginable: blowouts, thrilling comebacks, standout performances from star players and relentless battles for every possession.
In the last game in Krasnodar, the "railroaders" managed to even the series thanks to another impressive performance by Patrick Miller. His 28 points were key to Lokomotiv’s win, secured in the closing minutes of the game. For Zenit, Alex Poythress shined with 23 points — a personal best in his European career.
Head-to-head
Throughout the 2024/25 season, the teams have been evenly matched — five wins each in the regular season and playoffs. Now it all comes down to a single game — neither side has any margin for error. The blue-whites will once again play on their home court, aiming to put a final stamp on this hard-fought series.
Quotes
Zenit head coach Xavi Pascual on the decisive match:
Game 7 is a big final. We wait all the supporters to be with us. We deserve to play this final at home for what we did in the regular season. We have to take out all the bad feelings that we had from Game 4 and from Game 6. Just to put attention in what we can control. After to review the game it's very clear that some things we cannot control. But, for what we can do better, we have to pay attention on this and to win this game.
Who. Where. When.
Opponent: Lokomotiv Kuban
Location: CSC Arena, St. Petersburg
Date: May 22, 19:30 (local time)
Broadcast: Match! Strana, Okko Sport, VTB League website, Start TV
