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23.04.2023

Zenit took the fourth match of the semi–final (104:77) and tied the score in the series to four wins - 2-2. The reigning VTB United League champion took advantage of the hospitality of the home rings and showed a sky-high percentage of 3–point shots - 61% (19/31 from behind the arc).

Despite the defeat, UNICS still holds the pole position in front of Zenit in the fight to reach the finals, maintaining the advantage of the home court. The next stop is on April 26 in Kazan.

VTB United League. Semi-final. Match No. 4.
Zenit (Saint Petersburg) – UNICS (Kazan) – 104:77 (30:27, 21:19, 28:10, 25:21).
Zenit: Frazier (22), Huertel (20 + 13 assists), Homesley (17), Moerman (12)
UNICS: Knight (16 points + 3 rebounds + 3 assists), Dimitrijevic (15 points + 3 rebounds + 3 assists), Labeyrie (13 points + 5 rebounds).
Score in the series: 2-2.

POSTGAME COMMENTS:

Velimir PERASOVIC, BC UNICS head coach:

«Congratulations to Zenit. They played a great match and deserved to win. As for us we showed a terrible game, mainly in defense. Today, the opponent easily broke us, giving out a high percentage of three-point shots. We failed to stop their attack. Everything turned out completely differently than in Kazan.

Fortunately, we continue to hold the advantage of the home court. For this, the team worked hard during the regular season. If we want to win, we have to play much better against such a strong opponent as Zenit».

Mikhail KULAGIN, BC UNICS guard:

«Of course, it is very sad and disappointing for us to lose both matches away. However, we retain the advantage of the home court. We will try to correct mistakes and show our best game in Kazan».