He produced 14.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.3 blocks per Turkish Airlines EuroLeague game until Euroleague Basketball decided to withdraw the participation of all Russian teams in late March due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing war. “I am happy I stayed, because I really wanted to win the VTB United League and finish the season in Kazan,” added Hezonja, “My representatives never told me about other offers because they understood my preference in staying with my teammates and coaching staff of our club.”