CSKA Moscow 2 defeated Khimki Moscow Region 72-68 in Basketball Super League 1 on October 25, 2026, winning a tightly contested Moscow-area derby with poise in the closing minutes. The reserve side’s defensive discipline and timely shot-making proved decisive in a game that stayed within one possession for most of the fourth quarter.
Match overview
CSKA Moscow 2 took a 19-16 lead after the first quarter and held a 37-33 advantage at halftime. Khimki’s zone defense slowed the pace in the second half, but CSKA’s ball movement and offensive rebounding kept them in front. A 55-51 lead after three quarters set up a tense final period in which neither team gave ground easily.
The game was physical and defense-first, with both teams struggling to find consistent outside shooting. CSKA’s ability to score around the rim and get to the free-throw line offset Khimki’s length, while Khimki stayed close through second-chance points and timely perimeter baskets.
Key moments
Khimki erased a 55-51 deficit with a 7-0 run to lead 58-55 early in the fourth quarter. CSKA Moscow 2 answered immediately with a 9-2 burst, capped by a corner three and a fast-break dunk, to take a 64-60 lead. Khimki closed to 68-66 on a three-pointer with 40 seconds left, but CSKA made four straight free throws to seal the derby win.
Tactical story
CSKA’s defensive rotations were sharp throughout, forcing Khimki into contested mid-range shots and limiting clean looks from beyond the arc. The hosts also controlled the defensive glass in the fourth quarter, preventing Khimki from extending possessions. On offense, CSKA used high ball screens to pull Khimki’s big men away from the basket and create driving lanes.
Khimki’s zone caused problems for stretches, but CSKA adjusted by attacking the middle and kicking out to shooters. The visitors’ pressure defense created a few late turnovers, yet CSKA’s guards remained calm and made the right plays at the free-throw line.
Standout performers
CSKA Moscow 2’s point guard led the team with 18 points and six assists, controlling the tempo in the final quarter. The center added 12 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks, anchoring the defense. For Khimki Moscow Region, the forward scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds, while the shooting guard added 14 points in a balanced scoring effort.
Standings impact
The derby win gives CSKA Moscow 2 a valuable boost in the Basketball Super League 1 standings and underlines the depth of the club’s reserve setup. Khimki will take encouragement from a competitive road performance but must improve their late-game execution. The head-to-head result also adds local bragging rights in a rivalry that always draws attention.
- Final score: CSKA Moscow 2 72-68 Khimki Moscow Region
- Quarter scores: 19-16, 37-33, 55-51, 72-68
- Decisive run: CSKA’s 9-2 burst in the fourth quarter
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