Uralmash Stuns Zenit in Dominant Road Victory

Uralmash secured a significant upset in the VTB United League, defeating Zenit St. Petersburg on the road with a final score of 82:69. The victory, achieved on April 7, 2026, at Centre Court, marks a pivotal moment for the visiting team as they continue to challenge the league’s top contenders.

Game Breakdown: Precision Shooting and Late Surge

The contest began as a defensive struggle, with Uralmash initially finding it difficult to penetrate Zenit’s tight defense. The momentum shifted when Hayden Dalton entered the game, quickly hitting two three-pointers in a single minute to energize his teammates.

While Zenit managed to pull ahead during the second quarter by pressing and capitalizing on guest mistakes to launch swift breaks, Uralmash relied on a lethal perimeter game to reclaim control. By the complete of the third quarter, Uralmash had converted 10 of 18 long-range attempts, allowing them to enter the final period as the leader.

Zenit attempted a comeback in the fourth quarter, narrowing the deficit to just two points. But, the St. Petersburg side stopped making shots in the final five minutes, allowing Uralmash to pull away and confidently secure the win.

The X-Factor: Three-Point Accuracy

The disparity in shooting efficiency was the deciding factor in the matchup. Uralmash displayed exceptional precision from beyond the arc, while Zenit struggled to find their rhythm:

• Uralmash: 12 of 21 three-pointers (57.1%)
• Zenit: 11 of 31 three-pointers (35.5%)

Key Performers and Milestones

Octavius Ellis led the way for Uralmash, recording his second double-double of the season with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Other significant contributors for Uralmash included Garrett Nevels (14 points, 6 assists), Javonte Douglas (14 points) and Anton Kardanakishvili (12 points, 8 assists).

For Zenit, Johnny Juzang and Trent Frazier both scored 14 points, with Frazier adding five assists. Xavier Moon and Andre Roberson contributed 10 points each.

The game also featured notable milestones:

• Ismael Bako played his 100th game in the VTB League.
• Anton Yudin recorded his 10th win as head coach of Uralmash in 18 games.
• Uralmash snapped an 8-game losing streak in head-to-head matchups against Zenit.

Key Takeaways

Looking Ahead

This result represents Uralmash’s second consecutive road win over a top-tier team, having previously defeated UNICS. Both teams now look toward their next fixtures on April 15: Zenit will host UNICS at home, while Uralmash will travel to face Samara.