Photo: Twitter/CSKA Moscow

CSKA Moscow rallied past Khimki in Game 2 of the VTB League Finals (103-92) and came one step away from the title (2-0).

The “Bear” made a great start (19-4) and ended the first half in front by 18 (55-37). Yet, Khimki cut the deficit to nine points multiple times in the second half (64-55, 80-71, 101-92), but could not come any closer and were defeated.

Four players scored in double figures for the winners, with Sergio Rodriguez having a team-high 16 points. On the other hand, Tony Crocker had a game-high 26 points for the losing squad.

Game 3 will be played in the home-court of Khimki on Monday (10/06).