PBL. Spartak SPb vs. BC Khimki26 may 2011

The return visit to Saint Petersburg turned to be unsuccessful: our team lost in the very ending – 74-76 (20-22, 16-13, 16-18, 22-23), and the crucial meeting will be held on Saturday, May 28 in Khimki. The beginning of the game is at 18.00 msk.

Best scorers: Kelati (19), Loncar (13), Fridzon (12), Monya (10 + 8 rebounds)

Rimas Kurtinaitis, BC Khimki head coach:

— I congratulate Spartak on a victory. Well done for them — they played without Beverly with dignity. As for us we had problems with discipline — we could not stick to domestic preparations. Spartak was able to take advantage of our negligence in defense. Also, we have not scored 17 free throws, which is unacceptable in the playoffs. Although there is no tragedy anymore, we still have a home match.