Avtodor vs CSKA. The battle for the second position in the VTB United League

Russian clubs were banned from participating in the Euroleague, so they turned their attention to the VTB United League. Avtodor continues to make noise there, which is deservedly considered one of the main discoveries of the current competition draw. The team managed to present several high-profile sensations, looks great and constantly adds. She expects to first break into the playoffs from a high place, and then compete for the main prize of the competition.

CSKA is in a very difficult situation, forced to constantly think about how to fix the current situation. Firstly, the team can frankly crumble after being removed from the Euroleague. Secondly, many legionnaires have already expressed their desire to leave the team. On March 7, the rivals will meet each other on the floor of the Kristall Arena in Saratov. 

• Expert Predictions Analysis
• Avtodor vs CSKA facts
• History of the confrontation
• ODDs
• Game Totals Prediction

Our Expert Predictions & Analysis on Avtodor vs CSKA

Avtodor

Avtodor is in excellent emotional and functional condition. The team won an important victory in the last match, beating Nizhny Novgorod with a score of 83:70. This allowed me to regain my self-confidence. In addition, the home court should become a serious advantage for the Saratov team. On it, he looks as convincing as possible, completely in control of the situation. Therefore, five victories accounted for only two defeats.

The team is well aware that the opponent is in a difficult position. Therefore, she will try to bet on the starting pressure. If you quickly suppress the opponent, you can drive him into a corner, and quickly create a comfortable handicap for yourself.

CSKA

The Moscow "CSKA" relied on the Euroleague, so they are frankly disappointed with the latest events. The team is forced to completely reorganize to the VTB United League, where sometimes there was a lack of motivation. Now, for every match, you need to go to the limit, tear your veins. This will be difficult to do, since many key basketball players - legionnaires, have expressed a desire to leave the team. And some even managed to sign contracts with new clubs. Therefore, CSKA will have to pay attention to Russian performers, the bench that has been formed for a long time should be used. True, usually Russian players were not so productive. Now they will have to add to count on something serious.

History of the confrontation

Up to this point, the teams have crossed paths eight times on the professional stage. It is noteworthy that all these meetings went to the treasury of the Moscow “army”. But twice Avtodor still managed to move the case into overtime. The last fight took place in January 2021. The meeting was also held on the floor of the Kristall Arena in Saratov. Guests were able to confidently deal with the opponent with a score of 98:82. Nate Mason was recognized as the best player of that meeting in Avtodor, who scored 31 points and made six assists. CSKA scored Ukhov - 15 + 3 + 4.

Game Totals Prediction

Avtodor confidently holds the matches of the VTB United League, has ceased to be afraid of any rivals. The team really has a great opportunity to make their best season in history. And the meeting with CSKA will be the best indicator of readiness to fight for the main prize of the competition. The Army Men are in a difficult position when the coaching staff will have to completely rebuild the game. Most likely, the team will be forced to use reservists and "deuce" players. We predict that the victory will go to Avtodor's piggy bank. Install the 1xbet app and place a bet on the favorite!