Analysis · VTB United League 2026/2027 · Round 6 preview
Unbeaten CSKA Moscow meet Parma Perm and Jeremiah Martin
The league leaders bring a perfect record into round 6, while Parma Perm arrive with one of the league's best guards and the third-ranked offence.
PG, Parma Perm · 2026/2027, averages
Jeremiah Martin
BETCITY Parma PermVTB United League
- Points
- 19.2
- Rebounds
- 4.4
- Assists
- 6.6
- TKR
- 95.3
Source: TeamKeys, 2026/2027
Can Parma Perm end CSKA Moscow's unbeaten start?
CSKA Moscow put a 6-0 record on the line in round 6, and Parma Perm are the side asked to break it. The leaders have won all of their last five, while Parma arrive fifth at 3-2.
The contrast in form frames the evening. CSKA's run reads W W W W W, whereas Parma's last five read W L W L W, a side that has yet to string results together.
There is also a meeting of two of the league's best guards. Jeremiah Martin, fifth in the TeamKeys Rating, comes up against a CSKA backcourt led by Antonius Cleveland, sixth.
CSKA Moscow and Parma Perm: last results
CSKA Moscow have won their last three games by wide margins, while Parma Perm won two of their last three. The most recent result for each side is a win.
CSKA beat Avtodor Saratov 117-55 at home on 23 October, after winning 85-59 at Enisey. Before that, they won 103-88 away at Dynamo Vladivostok.
Parma also beat Dynamo Vladivostok, 108-90 at home on 17 October. That followed a narrow 93-91 defeat at MBA Moscow and an 86-71 win away at Uralmash.
| Stat | CSKA Moscow | Parma Perm |
|---|---|---|
| Position | 1/11 | 5/11 |
| Won-lost | 6-0 | 3-2 |
| Points per game | 94 | 93.4 |
| Points allowed per game | 72.7 | 88.2 |
| Offensive rating | 121 (2) | 115 (3) |
| Defensive rating | 94.9 (2) | 110.3 (6) |
| Pace | 77.1 (4) | 80.6 (3) |
| Last five | W W W W W | W L W L W |
How do CSKA Moscow and Parma Perm play?
Both teams score heavily, but CSKA Moscow defend far better: they rank second in offence and second in defence, while Parma Perm rank third and sixth. Parma also play slightly faster.
CSKA score 94 points per game and allow 72.7, with an offensive rating of 121 and a defensive rating of 94.9. Their pace of 77.1 ranks fourth of 11 teams.
Parma score 93.4 points per game but concede 88.2, with ratings of 115 in attack and 110.3 in defence. Their pace of 80.6 ranks third, so the tempo battle is worth watching.
Jeremiah Martin vs Antonius Cleveland: players to watch
The duel to watch is Jeremiah Martin against Antonius Cleveland, two guards ranked fifth and sixth in the league by TeamKeys Rating. Martin drives Parma; Cleveland anchors a balanced CSKA side.
Martin averages 19.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.6 assists, with 19, 16 and 21 points in recent games. Brian Fobbs adds 17 points a game, and B.J. Johnson 12.8.
CSKA spread the load more widely. Livio Jean-Charles leads them with 15.3 points and 7.3 rebounds, Samson Ruzhentsev adds 12.3 points, and Cleveland contributes 10.3 points and 3.2 assists.
| Player | Points per game | TeamKeys Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Antonius Cleveland (CSKA Moscow) | 10.3 | 94.5 |
| Livio Jean-Charles (CSKA Moscow) | 15.3 | 93 |
| Samson Ruzhentsev (CSKA Moscow) | 12.3 | 88.3 |
| Jeremiah Martin (Parma Perm) | 19.2 | 95.3 |
| B.J. Johnson (Parma Perm) | 12.8 | 86.7 |
| Brian Fobbs (Parma Perm) | 17 | 81.3 |
What can CSKA Moscow vs Parma Perm change in the VTB table?
For CSKA Moscow, the game is a chance to stretch their unbeaten start; for Parma Perm, it is a test of whether they can climb from fifth against the leaders.
CSKA need to keep their second-ranked defence in control of Parma's quick tempo and of Martin's playmaking. Parma need their third-ranked offence to stay efficient against a defence allowing 72.7 points.
The result will shape the early picture at the top of an 11-team league. It will also show whether Parma's alternating form can turn into a run.
All figures refer to the 2026/2027 VTB United League regular season before round 6.
Questions people ask
What is CSKA Moscow's record before playing Parma Perm?
CSKA Moscow lead the VTB United League at 6-0 before round 6, and their last five games are all wins. Their latest result was a 117-55 home win over Avtodor Saratov on 23 October.
Who are the key players in CSKA Moscow vs Parma Perm?
Jeremiah Martin leads Parma Perm with 19.2 points and 6.6 assists and ranks fifth in the league by TeamKeys Rating. For CSKA Moscow, Antonius Cleveland ranks sixth and Livio Jean-Charles scores 15.3 points per game.
How do CSKA Moscow and Parma Perm compare statistically?
CSKA Moscow score 94 points and allow 72.7 per game, ranking second in both offence and defence. Parma Perm score 93.4 and allow 88.2, ranking third in offence and sixth in defence, with a faster pace of 80.6.
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