Lokomotiv Kuban secured a solid 91-80 road victory over Enisey Krasnoyarsk in the VTB United League on March 8, 2026. Lokomotiv's experience and composure in the second half allowed them to break open a close game and withstand a late push from the home team. The first half was a tightly contested battle, with Enisey using their home court advantage to keep the score level. After halftime, Lokomotiv Kuban increased their defensive pressure, forcing Enisey into contested long-range shots while efficiently scoring in their own half-court sets. They built a lead that stretched to 15 points in the fourth quarter. Enisey made a final rally, cutting the lead to single digits with a minute to play, but Lokomotiv's veterans calmly sank their free throws to close out the game. This win is crucial for Lokomotiv's positioning in the highly competitive VTB United League standings.