CSKA Moscow secured a commanding 92-63 away victory over Lokomotiv Kuban in a VTB United League derby on February 22, 2026. This one-sided result at the Basket-Hall Krasnodar underscored CSKA's traditional dominance in Russian basketball, as they controlled the game defensively from the opening tip. Lokomotiv Kuban struggled offensively throughout, facing intense pressure from CSKA's perimeter defenders and failing to establish any consistent rhythm, resulting in a low scoring total. CSKA, meanwhile, executed their half-court offense with precision, sharing the ball effectively and building a lead that stretched beyond 30 points at times. The win solidified CSKA Moscow's position at the top of the VTB United League table, while dealing a significant blow to Lokomotiv Kuban's aspirations for a high playoff seed. The CSKA coach highlighted the team's defensive focus as the key to the rout, while the Lokomotiv coach lamented his team's poor shot selection and lack of aggression.