Let's Break Down the Intense Night of May 13th: Zenit and Lokomotiv-Kuban's Playoff Showdown
"Kuban Railways outlast Zenit in overtime, tying the semi-final series score"
The Battle of the EuroLeague Playoffs between Zenit and Lokomotiv-Kuban heated up in Krasnodar's "Basket-Hall" arena on the 13th of May. The game didn't disappoint, with Lokomotiv-Kuban edging out Zenit 96-88 in overtime.
It was a tight affair from the get-go, with both teams showcasing solid defense and maintaining focus. However, Lokomotiv-Kuban seized the first quarter thanks to some accurate three-pointers, leading 20-15 going into the second.
Aizeya Weiley's seven-point streak in the second quarter brought Lokomotiv-Kuban closer, trailing just 37-44 at the break. Zenit came back stronger in the third, but Lokomotiv-Kuban managed to close the gap, trailing by just six points.
The fourth quarter saw a seesaw battle, with both teams trading blows. A last-ditch effort by both teams left the score level at 78-78, sending the game into overtime.
In overtime, Lokomotiv-Kuban proved their mettle, winning 18-10 to securing the final score of 96-88.
The playoff series now stands at an exciting 2-2, with the next game set for May 16th in St. Petersburg.
Worth Mentioning: Lokomotiv-Kuban broke Zenit's record streak of 25 consecutive wins in the regular season, not in the playoff series. However, they did manage to break Zenit's home undefeated streak of 12 games during the regular season on January 11th.
Stay Tuned for More Exciting Action!
In the intense playoff showdown between Zenit and Lokomotiv-Kuban on May 13th, Lokomotiv-Kuban's victory over Zenit in overtime highlights an engaging sports-analysis of the EuroLeague Playoffs. Despite Zenit's strong performance and records in both the regular season and home games, the Lokomotiv-Kuban team demonstrated their skills in basketball sports, breaking Zenit's winning streak and home undefeated streak.
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