Defender “Lokomotiv-Kuban” Alexander Shcherbenev told that the Krasnodar team will do everything possible to bring the series to third place in the VTB United League in St. Petersburg, and also told how they survived a long period without training.
Lokomotiv beat at home on Thursday “Zenith” in the third match (90:87) and reduced the gap in the series to three victories – 1-2. The fourth match will take place in Krasnodar on June 1. The fifth match (if necessary) will take place in St. Petersburg on June 4.
“We pulled ourselves together and the support from the home fans helped us. We made our shots and tried to play aggressively. In principle, we already have an idea of Zenit’s strengths and the mistakes we made in matches against them. So we worked on it. But the most important thing is that they did not give up, they showed character and they pleased the fans with the match and the victory.
— During these playoffs, you spent very little time on the court, but today you played 14 minutes. In your eyes, you could see a great attitude and great motivation.
– Yes, I really worked and I was really looking forward to having the chance to help the team. I am happy that this opportunity presented itself today. I tried to do my best. And I’m glad it worked. But the most important thing is that we won and that we continue this series. Is there any hope that after a good match today, Sekulic will get more playing time in the next match? Let’s see. The most important thing is that the team wins. I’m ready anyway. If my help is needed, I will do everything in my power to win.
How did you survive this period without playing in training? It wasn’t easy psychologically. But I tried to give my best in training, work more individually and improve. After all, I’m a young player and I still have room for improvement.
— After Loko closed the gap in the series, did it become a little easier psychologically?
— Yes, but I want to end the season with a victory. It’s too early to relax and rejoice. We will do everything possible to move the series to St. Petersburg and win medals,” Shcherbenev told .
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