Leicester Riders coach Rob Paternostro says his side face a stern test against fellow play-off hopefuls Sheffield at the John Sandford Centre on Saturday.

Riders beat Worcester 104-92 last week but Paternostro remains cautious.

"Sheffield play with intelligence and is a difficult match-up for any team in this league," said Paternostro.

"The times I have watched them they have been very effective on both ends of the floor. They are a well balanced team that can beat you in many ways."

He added: "Their three guards, Steve Dagostino, Ryan Patton and Marcus Stout are very dangerous and have had a great start to this season.

"The big guys, Mike Tuck, Paul Williams and Olu Babalola, fit very well together."

Leicester follow up Saturday's game against the Sharks with an away match against Plymouth Raiders on Sunday.

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