They fought it more than decently in Moscow but eventually lost by 86-78. That was Zenit's third consecutive defeat to Xavi Pascual on the bench and his first away, but at least improved its performance.

The Spaniard is still trying to put his ideas in Zenit's roster. Plaza's succession in the middle of the season is not an easy task. The only realistic goal is to build the team for the next year. 

Zenit runs in a series of six defeats, one of the worst in the competition this year. In those six defeats, they failed to score more than 81 points in a game.

Ponitka is the only absence for Zenit, but he is probably the best player in this roster.

They were just great against Khimki. Both the team on the field and the fans on the stands. A big celebration took place in Zalgirio Arena, and the Jasikevicius' team gave their show to trounce Khimki 96-85.

The Lithuanians even managed to reach the difference of nine points that they had lost in Russia, thus outscoring Shved's team in the draw. Everything seems to work correctly at the most critical aspect of the season.

They have won nine of the last 12 games. Zalgiris has run in a series of three wins. But they have not managed to make a more significant run than this so far.

Grigonis is out once more. There is no other injury concern for coach Saras.

The overall record in Euroleague since 2000, is Zenit - Zalgiris 1-0.

In the first round, Zenit beat Zalgiris 82-70.

Let's take a look at main and special odds markets offered at bet365 website :

• FullTime Result: 3.00 (Zenit) - 1.41 (Zalgiris)
• Over/Under 155.5 points: 1.90 (Over) - 1.90 (Under)
• Race to 20 points: 2.25 (Zenit) - 1.57 (Zalgiris)

*bet365 odds as offered at  04/03, 15:00CET (subject to change without prior notice) | 18+, T&Cs Apply, BeGambleAware.org

Gustavo Ayon and Jock Landale are going to offer a great battle in the paint.

The Mexican against the Australian in an epic matchup, that will be important for the final winner.