CSKA vs Enisey Prediction
🔊 CSKA Moscow host Enisey Krasnoyarsk at their arena for the second game of the VTB United League playoff opening round series. The first clash, held last Monday, unsurprisingly highlighted the reigning champions' dominance across all facets of the game, suggesting that this series is unlikely to be a long one. Can the visitors pull off a surprise and at least avoid a heavy defeat? We'll find out soon, but in the meantime, let's take a closer look at the matchup and offer a well-founded prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams CSKA Moscow and Enisey Krasnoyarsk:
- played 46 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 42 for today's home team and 4 for the guests;
- the home team averages 90.11 points per match, the guests - 71.52;
- average total match points - 161.63.
The last confrontation took place on 27 April 2026 at the venue of CSKA Moscow and ended with a score of 104:66.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

CSKA Moscow Team Overview
CSKA Moscow are showcasing an impressive form, having won their last five games. The team is known for their high-scoring ability, averaging 97.6 points per game while maintaining a solid defense, allowing just 75 points. Their strength lies in a powerful offense and effective three-point shooting, making the "Army Men" a formidable opponent for any league contender. Unsurprisingly, with this level of basketball, the Moscow side are clear favorites to claim another championship title.
In the opening playoff encounter against Enisey, everything went smoothly for Pistiolis's squad with a dominant 104-66 victory. From the first whistle, CSKA set a blistering pace that left Krasnoyarsk reeling. The main architects of this resounding win were Trimble and Ware, who combined for 44 points. Notably, the capital giants boasted an impressive three-point shooting percentage, hitting 50% (19 of 38 attempts). Are we in for more fireworks in Game 2?
Match Results: CSKA Moscow

Enisey Krasnoyarsk Team Overview
Yenisey Krasnoyarsk are not in their best form, securing only three victories in their last ten games. The team averages 79.9 points per game, but their defense concedes a hefty 86 points on average. Their weaknesses lie in defending under the basket and a high turnover rate during offensive plays against stronger teams.
The opening game of the series against CSKA ended in a rout (66-104), but Krasnoyarsk fans likely aren't too disappointed, as they understood that just making the playoffs is a considerable achievement for a team with modest skills and budget. In these current battles against the league's strongest side, Yenisey should aim to gain as much experience as possible and look to develop their skills for the next season. In the first game of the series, Vanin stood out as a positive performer, scoring 18 points.
Match Results: Enisey Krasnoyarsk
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 46;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 19; for the visitors on the road - 4;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 40.5;
- Today's home team averages 22.83, while the visitors average 17.67.
First Quarter Stats: CSKA Moscow (home) vs Enisey Krasnoyarsk (away)
- Tournament matches played: 21 vs 21;
- Number of wins: 16 (76.19%) vs 9 (42.86%);
- Number of losses: 5 (23.81%) vs 12 (57.14%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 26.24 vs 20.38;
- Average points conceded: 19.38 vs 21.81.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 7 vs 7;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 1 vs 0;
- Average first quarter total: 43.6 (scored - 24.7, conceded - 18.9) vs 44 (scored - 23.6, conceded - 20.4).
- Over 42.5 points in the 1st quarter in 8 of last 9 CSKA Moscow games against Enisey Krasnoyarsk (VTB United League).
- Over 42.5 points in the 1st quarter in last 5 CSKA Moscow home games against Enisey Krasnoyarsk (VTB United League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 46;
- number of wins for the home team - 42, for the away team - 4.
Statistics: CSKA Moscow vs Enisey Krasnoyarsk
- number of tournament matches played: 40 vs 40;
- number of wins: 38 (92.68%) vs 15 (36.59%);
- number of losses: 3 (7.32%) vs 26 (63.41%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 21;
- number of away wins for the away team: 5.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 10 vs 3;
- number of losses: 0 vs 7;
- number of home wins for the home team: 7;
- number of away wins for the away team: 1.
- Enisey Krasnoyarsk won with a +19.5 points handicap in 15 of last 17 games (VTB United League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 90.11, for the away team - 71.52;
- average total points in H2H matches - 161.63.
Statistics: CSKA Moscow vs Enisey Krasnoyarsk
- average total in the tournament: 167.41 vs 160.66;
- average total points scored: 93.34 vs 77.93;
- average total points conceded: 74.07 vs 82.73;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 48.37 vs 41.44;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 44.12 vs 36.37;
- CSKA Moscow: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 97.1;
- Enisey Krasnoyarsk: average total points scored away in the tournament - 75.86;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 97.6 (home - 97.71) vs 79.9 (away - 76.33).
- Over 169.5 points scored in last 6 CSKA Moscow home games against Enisey Krasnoyarsk (VTB United League).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
There's a reasonable prediction that this match could once again be high-scoring. CSKA feel very comfortable against the frail defense of Enisey, but they might loosen their grip during the game, allowing the Krasnoyarsk underdogs more freedom on their half of the court compared to the previous encounter. We expect the Moscow side to score around a hundred points again, while the visitors should also significantly exceed their previous tally. We're betting on total over 167.5 - this outcome has played out in all six of their previous head-to-heads at CSKA's arena.