BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg vs Uniks Kazan Prediction 25 October 2026

Uralmash head into the game on the back of a crucial home win over Dynamo Vladivostok (88-79), snapping their losing streak. Ellis was the standout performer in that clash, pouring in 23 points. However, Yekaterinburg’s main concern remains unresolved: Dalton suffered a fractured finger during practice, underwent surgery, and faces an extended spell on the sidelines.

On the bright side, Russian stars Kulagin and Gerasimov are nearing a return, but their availability for this matchup is still uncertain. Even if Kulagin and Gerasimov make it onto the court, their fitness levels after injury remain a question mark. The bulk of the responsibility will fall on Ellis and Tasic, who will be tasked with containing UNICS’s formidable frontcourt.

UNICS, on the other hand, head into this clash riding a five-game winning streak in the VTB United League. In their most recent outing, the Kazan side simply dismantled Moscow MBA 83-56, showcasing suffocating defense throughout. Head coach Karakash, speaking ahead of the trip to Yekaterinburg, warned his team against underestimating their opponents: “Uralmash are a quality team with plenty of ambition. Their performance against CSKA showed just how dangerous they can be if you let them play at their level.”

However, the club from the Tatarstan capital are dealing with significant absences in their backcourt. Shved is still recovering, with no clear timeline for his return. Zakharov and Baburin remain sidelined as well, although the former’s injury is not considered too serious. These issues limit Karakash’s rotation options but do not fundamentally alter the balance of power: the team’s core - including Reynolds and Bingham - remains available.