Vsevolod Ishchenko: The Rising Star of the 2025-26 VTB League Season.  Vsevolod Ishchenko had a breakout 2025-26 season with Lokomotiv-Kuban in the VTB United League. The 21-year-old Russian wing showcased his incredible two-way versatility and earned the league's Young Player of the Year award. Following his standout performances, he officially declared for the 2026 NBA Draft. Across 48 games, Ishchenko recorded impressive all-around stats:Points: 8.7 PPG, Rebounds: 4.6 RPG, Assists: 2.0 APG, Steals: 1.3 SPG, Blocks: 0.7 BPG.   Check out the Best of NBA Draft prospect Vsevolod Ishchenko Highlights from 2025-2026 Season with the Lokomotiv-Kuban Krasnodar.  

Egor Ryzhov - International Young Prospect.  In the 2025-2026 VTB United League season, Egor Ryzhov became a key force for Enisey Krasnoyarsk. Over 41 games, the 209 cm center significantly improved his game, averaging 11.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.0 assist per match. He demonstrated high efficiency with a 55.6% field goal rate and added 0.5 steals and 0.3 blocks defensively.   Check out the Best of Egor Ryzhov Highlights with the BC Enisey from the 2025-2026 season, VTB United League.  

The Best of Luigi Suigo from 2025-26 Season - NBA Draft Prospect.  The 2025-26 season marked a turning point for Luigi Suigo following his move to Mega Basket. The Italian center showcased a modern skillset, combining interior dominance with a reliable perimeter shot.In the Adriatic League (ABA), Suigo averaged 7.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1 block & 0.7 assists proving he could compete at a high professional level. His mobility and shot-blocking ability made him a standout prospect, leading him to officially declare for the 2026 NBA Draft. By the end of the season, Suigo solidified his reputation as one of Europe’s most intriguing "unicorn" big men. Check out the Best of Luigi Suigo Highlights with the KK Mega Basket from the 2025-20226 Season of Winline Basket Cup. 

30-year-old American forward B.J. Johnson returned to Lokomotiv Kuban for a second season in mid-November 2025.  The basketball player managed to play 17 games for the club in the VTB League, averaging 8.5 points and 2.8 rebounds in 18.6 minutes per game, shooting 38% on two-pointers and 34% from three-point range. B.J. Johnson Season Highlights Check out the Best of B.J. Johnson Highlights from the 2025-2026 regular season with the Lokomotiv-Kuban Krasnodar in the VTB United League.