Battle in the Middle
Today, the team from Nizhny Novgorod holds seventh place in the VTB United League standings with 14 wins and 19 losses, the same record as Avtodor Saratov in sixth place and one win less than Parma, which sits in eighth place with 13 wins
and 20 losses.
Previously, Pari NN endured a long six-game losing streak, suffering defeats against Avtodor, Lokomotiv-Kuban, MBA-MAI, Enisey, Zenit, and Uralmash. However, after the break, they managed to end this streak with a convincing performance against Parma, securing a 91:88 victory. Shooting guard Igor Volkhin played a key role in this match, spending 32 minutes on the court and scoring 26 points, setting a personal record. He made eight out of eleven three-point attempts and recorded 27 efficiency points. His performance allowed him to equal the season record for the most three-pointers made in a single game and become the top scorer for his team. It is clear that the Nizhny Novgorod team will arrive in Astana highly motivated.
Without Natall
A significant loss for Pari NN could be the departure of one of their top scorers, Zak Natall, who has decided to continue his career in China. While playing for Pari NN, he averaged 17.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game.
Head-to-Head History
The clubs have met 28 times in the VTB United League, with 23 victories for Pari NN and 5 for Astana. The last time Astana defeated the Nizhny Novgorod team was on December 15, 2023, when the match ended with a score of 92:61.
Comment from Acting Head Coach Gleb Plotnikov:
«We have a game ahead against a strong team. It will be important to execute our game plan, reduce turnovers, and make open shots. I invite all fans to come to the stands and support the team.»
Match Details
Match: Astana vs. Pari Nizhny Novgorod
Date and Time: March 4, 20:00
Venue: Saryarka Velodrome, Astana
Broadcast: Club website
