A keenly awaited hardwood battle is approaching as Barnaul lines up against Novosibirsk. Both teams have good reason to take this one seriously in IPBL, Pro Division, with tip-off scheduled for
Across Russia, the game keeps a loyal base of supporters, which only adds to the context around this meeting.
Rebounding and defensive effort might prove decisive from the outset. How both teams approach the first quarter may carry weight for the remainder of the contest. Will one side's defense force the other into tough looks? Which rotations end up making the biggest difference down the stretch?
Expect a close, hard-fought contest between two motivated sides. Might bench depth end up deciding things? Fans can follow Basketball live scoring and updates as the action unfolds.
The triumph of Barnaul: 4.5
The victory of Novosibirsk: 1.11
