Druzhba Moscow vs Kamit Tver: match preview on 16 September 2026

Druzhba Moscow to win. The visitors arrive with momentum after a narrow victory yesterday, while Kamit Tver carry the weight of a defeat. Druzhba Moscow's 79:77 triumph at home against Zenit Petersburg 2 demonstrates they can handle pressure in tight contests, and they have the added benefit of not having to chase a result.

Both sides played on September 15 in the Russian Cup, but the outcomes could not be more different. Druzhba Moscow lost 59:64 away to Khimky M. 2, conceding 59 points in a game they could not control. Kamit Tver won 79:77 at home against Zenit Petersburg 2, scoring 79 points in a contest decided by just two points. Kamit Tver's victory came on their own floor, where they managed to score freely while keeping the game close. Druzhba Moscow's defeat came away from home, an environment where defending is typically harder. The visitors have already proven they can compete at this level in the cup, and they will look to build on that confidence. The visitors will sit deep and protect a point. If Kamit Tver slow the pace to protect a narrow lead, Druzhba Moscow could find a way back into it. Alternatively, if the home side bounce back strongly after their loss, the momentum could shift quickly. Kamit Tver's 79 points suggest they can create chances when needed, while Druzhba Moscow's 59-point output against a stronger opponent shows they struggled to find rhythm. The visitors' ability to score in bunches could prove decisive if the game opens up in the second half.