Prominent Russian commentator and expert **[Vladimir Gomelsky](https://www.championat.com/video/265886-glavnye-novosti-dnya/)** shared his thoughts on the third match of the semifinal playoff series in the VTB United League between Lokomotiv Kuban and Zenit. The Krasnodar team emerged victorious with a score of 86-76.

“The primary reason for Zenit’s defeat was their poor performance in the opening quarter, where Lokomotiv dominated in all aspects of the game. After that, Zenit was always playing catch-up and never managed to equalize. The final moments demanded precise three-point shots from Zenit’s players, but none of the sharpshooters managed to score,” Gomelsky wrote on his official website.

Currently, the series stands at 2-1 in favor of Zenit, with the team that first reaches four wins advancing to the final.

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