CSKA Lands Top Defensive Player Antoni Cleveland for Two Years
Defensive standout from Cleveland shifts from Lokomotiv-Kubani to CSKA.
In a significant move, Antoni Cleveland, the standout defensive player of the last VTB United league season, has inked a two-year deal with Moscow's CSKA basketball squad. The announcement was made by PBC Lokomotiv-Kuban.
The American basketball sensation is shifting bases and says goodbye to his former team. The Krasnodar club will receive monetary compensation for early termination of the guard's contract. Andrei Vedischev, the head coach and president of PBC Lokomotiv-Kuban, expressed his sentiments on Cleveland's departure, expressing appreciation for the player's contributions during his tenure at "Loko".
― It's a bummer to see him go, but on the brighter side, I'm expecting him to keep dazzling fans of the VTB United League with his game in the upcoming seasons. I'm optimistic that our rivalry will remain as intense and unpredictable as ever, Vedischev remarked.
Cleveland responded by praising the Krasnodar club's illustrious history and the unwavering support of its fans.
― I must admit, the basketball enthusiasts here really grabbed me. I spent a year in Krasnodar, and I must say, I developed a profound affection for this city. My family and I were made to feel very welcome here, Antoni Cleveland shared.
Last season, Cleveland excelled as a key player for "Loko", participating in 56 games, averaging 14 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. His defensive prowess earned him the coveted "Best Defender of the 2024/25 Season" award.
Among the reminders, Yevgeny Naumov expressed gratitude to "Lokomotiv-Kuban" for the groundbreaking and thrilling season.
Need help finding detailed statistics for Antoni Cleveland with PBC Lokomotiv-Kuban during the 2024/25 season? Here are a few resources to get you started:
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As Antoni Cleveland bids farewell to the PBC Lokomotiv-Kuban and prepares for his new venture with CSKA's basketball squad, basketball fans eagerly anticipate his impressive plays in the VTB United League and the NBA. Cleveland's defensive skills earned him the Best Defender award in the last VTB United League season and basketball enthusiasts at Loko are surely going to miss him.
