Today's meeting of the teams can be called one of the most important. Both teams are equal in strength, both teams worked to win. Whom fortune smiled today, showed the match. 

The score was opened guests of the match, but the hosts of the parquet do not have to wait long, beautiful cast IR Udana brought the team 2 points. The first part of the match began quite actively, each attack of the teams was productive. Team leader Justin Carter worked because of the three-point arc, which in principle worked well. The entire period was very tense, "swing" in the score continued with each attack. The first period of the match ended with the score 23:19 in favor of Astana. The second quarter was less active. "Astana" could not successfully implement the throws, which took advantage of the opponent and scored easy goals. With the release of Justin Carter to the site, the situation has changed. The excellent teamwork of the second period, "Astana" has left a good advantage of 41:30. 

After a long break, the teams did not reduce their game amplitude. The game gained momentum, "Astana" also showed itself in each attack, which allowed to maintain leadership in the third ten — minute-57:49, as a result of the third period. The final period was completely under the control of Astana residents, who did not give chances to the opponent. The meeting ended with the score 67: 53 in favor of "Astana". 

The most productive player of the match was Justin Carter -13 points, 5 rebounds, 3 "assist", Anthony Clemmons gave the team 14 points, IR Udana and Larry Gordon brought in 11 points. 

I. about head coach of BC "Astana" Mikhail Karpenko: - We were imperfect in the attack, but managed to defend and fulfilled the plan for the game. Allowed the opponent to score only 53 points, this is a good result. Of course, in an attack we need to add and add. Naturally, this was my first match,and the team should also get used to all the requirements, however, I am grateful to all the players. This was a difficult game, WEF fought well. 

VEF head coach Janis Gailitis: - I congratulate "Astana" on the victory, I would like to note the protection of rivals – they worked well did not allow us to move the ball quickly in the attack. We had opportunities to score more, but we didn't take advantage of it. I would like to note that we played well in defence, and I hope that we will be able to play better in the upcoming games. 

The next match of "Astana" will be held on the road, on January 20, the capitals basketball players will meet with Saratov Avtodor in the framework of VTB United League. 

Source: pbcastana.kz