The coach for Russia's national team, David Blatt, has found success by not coaching Andrei Kirilenko. Blatt compared Kirilenko to a "beautiful wild horse," adding, "He's best when he's running around the court and he's free. Most of his best plays come from instinct." AK's unorthodox style, not always beloved by his coaches, can be very effective. It was on Thursday as he propelled Russia into the EuroBasket Finals with 14 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, and four steals.