KK Zagreb CO - Zadar 89-90 OT KK Zagreb CO (#5) forced the game against Zadar (#4) into an overtime, but lost by one point 89-90 on Tuesday night. The game took place in Zagreb. But the guests from Zadar were better at the end. The guests trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 1-point lead at the halftime then KK Zagreb CO managed to tie the game at the end of regular time. However that was Zadar who were better in overtime eventually winning that period 14-13. The former international guard Goran Vrbanc (194-G-84) stepped up and scored 27 points for the winners and Nigerian forward Abdullahi Kuso (206-84, college: Tallahassee CC) chipped in 9 points and 18 rebounds. At the losing side the former international power forward Damir Markota (210-85) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Dario Saric (208-94) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 16 rebounds. Four KK Zagreb CO players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Zadar maintains fourth place with 7-6 record. KK Zagreb CO lost fourth consecutive game. Defending champion keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. Zadar will face Jolly (#8) in Sibenik in the next round. Top scorers: KK Zagreb CO: D.Markota 25+10reb, D.Mulaomerovic 16+6ast, K.Simon 15+8reb+1ast, D.Saric 12+16reb+2ast, P.Babic 9+1reb+2ast, D.Rancic 7+2reb+2ast Zadar: G.Vrbanc 27+3reb+1ast, A.Delas 11+5reb, I.Batur 11+2reb, A.Kuso 9+18reb+1ast, I.Ivanov 8+11reb+2ast, U.Zadnik 7+2reb+2ast
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Zabok - Svjetlost 88-82 There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Svjetlost (3-10) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Zabok (2-11) 88-82 on Wednesday. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 21-19. But Svjetlost won second period 23-22. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Zabok made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Svjetlost was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international guard Ivan Tomas (193-81) stepped up and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and guard Filip Kruslin (198-89, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. At the losing side power forward Andrej Stimac (204-79) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and guard Pankracije Barac (196-81, agency: Court Side) scored 25 points. Five Zabok and four Svjetlost players scored in double figures. Zabok moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Jolly. Svjetlost at the other side keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. Zabok will face league's second-placed Cedevita in Zagreb in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Svjetlost: P.Barac 25+2reb+2ast, A.Stimac 23+10reb+3ast, M.Batina 11+3reb, M.Kljaic 11+1ast, L.Samadan 5+3reb+1ast, M.Matasovic 5+7reb+2ast Zabok: I.Tomas 18+5reb+5ast, F.Kruslin 18+3reb+4ast, D.Basic 14+1reb, F.Kraljevic 12+4reb+1ast, S.Jankovic 10+2reb+3ast, R.Lez 8
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Jolly - Cedevita 62-93 Very predictable result in Sibenik where second ranked Cedevita (10-3) smashed 7th ranked Jolly (2-11) 93-62 on Tuesday. The game was mostly controlled by Cedevita. Jolly was better in third quarter 18-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Jolly's 34. Cedevita forced 21 Jolly turnovers. Forward Miro Bilan (213-89) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and forward Vedran Vukusic (206-82, college: Northwestern) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. Four Cedevita players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Hrvoje Puljko (193-83) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and center Denis Vrsaljko (212-82, agency: Global Sports Plaza) scored 14 points and 9 rebounds. Jolly's coach Hrvoje Vlasic gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Cedevita have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 10-3 record having five points less than leader Krizevci. Jolly lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. Cedevita will face Zabok (#7) in Zabok in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Jolly will play on the road against Zadar. Top scorers: Jolly: H.Puljko 14+7reb+3ast, D.Vrsaljko 14+9reb, R.Ross 12+3reb+2ast, S.Rezic 9+6reb, I.Josipovic 7+2reb, M.Mrva 4+5reb+1ast Cedevita: M.Bilan 22+11reb+1ast, I.Opacak 17+2reb+1ast, V.Vukusic 13+6reb+3ast, D.Bagaric 10+3reb+1ast, T.Petrovic 10+8reb+2ast, M.Car 8+2reb+5ast
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KK Split - Cibona 71-85 Not a big story in a game when 3rd placed KK Split (9-4) was defeated at home by leader Cibona (14-0) 85-71 on Wednesday. The game was mostly controlled by Cibona. KK Split was better in second period 23-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Cibona forced 22 KK Split turnovers. The former international center Andrija Zizic (207-80, agency: Beo Basket) stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners and the former international center Goran Suton (209-85, college: Michigan St.) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side forward Luka Babic (200-91) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and guard Ivan Mimica (193-80) scored 11 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cibona have an impressive series of fourteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 14-0 record. KK Split at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. KK Split will play on the road against Svjetlost in Slavonski Brod. Top scorers: KK Split: L.Babic 20+7reb+3ast, I.Mimica 11+4reb, B.Markulin 9+2reb+2ast, N.Vujcic 8+2reb+2ast, J.Sobin 7+5reb+1ast, F.Najev 7+4reb Cibona: A.Zizic 17+4reb+1ast, G.Suton 13+6reb, K.El-Amin 12+1reb+2ast, M.Rozic 9+3reb, P.Marcinkovic 9+2reb+1ast, Z.Wright 7+5reb+3ast
Ante Djugum (211-C-88, agency: Court Side) made his first basketball steps in KK Ploce. KK Zadar recognized and recruited him while he was a cadet. As a very perspective player, Djugum was called to yougster national team where he had a solid role. A bad work of the KK Zadar club administration lost a lot of talented players. Djugum is one of them. He went to the city rival-Borik Puntamika which was another step to young Djugum to become a international player [read more]
Ante Djugum (211-C-88, agency: Court Side) made his first basketball steps in KK Ploce. KK Zadar recognized and recruited him while he was a cadet. As a very perspective player, Djugum was called to yougster national team where he had a solid role. A bad work of the KK Zadar club administration lost a lot of talented players. Djugum is one of them. He went to the city rival-Borik Puntamika which was another step to young Djugum to become a international player. After roles in Croatia, he moved to neighborhood, in Herzegovina. The club was Brotnjo, but he wasn't satisfied with his status so he found a new job. But this time it was in Austria. That wasnt the shiniest part of Djugum's career, but after that he got a call from Slovenian famous club, Geoplin Slovan. In only 25 minutes per game in season 2011/12, Djugum averaged 11.5 ppg and 8.2 rpg. Great roles from young Croatian center have been seen by more ambitious Slovenian club, Zlatorog Lasko, where he spent this season. In 30 games of Slovenian first division, in only 23 minutes per game, the 24 year old Croatian center, managed to average 10.5 ppg and 6 rpg with 10.4 ranking per game for the 4th ranked Lasko.
You have a international experience. You have played in a few countries (Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Austria, Slovenia). Which is the best country to play basketball in?
I spent two seasons in Slovenia, one in Slovan and one in Lasko. Unlike in the previous countries, I got a real chance here in Slovenia and I think that I have a good use of it. Slovenian league is also stronger by my opinion. Play-off proved that, because anyone can beat anyone, there weren't any easy games.
What is your plan for the next season?
I think that I've matured in a basketball way, so I would like to play in a higher rank next season, somewhere where I could show my full talent and skills.
Do you think you will play in the Euroleague someday? I certainly see myself in the Euroleague, but I'm conscious that I need to go step by step to that goal. Euroleague is my huge wish and I believe that I can make that dream come true.
Djugum proved his skills against best Slovenian teams. He "killed" Helios in the last round of the regular season in only 26 minutes on the floor where he scored 22 points (10-14 for 2pt) and outrebounded his opponents 11 times which gave him a ranking of 28. He also got a double-double in the second round of the play-off against 1st seeded Krka where he had 15 points and 10 rebounds. A great future is expected for this young center and we believe he would make his dreams of playing in the Euroleague.
A1 Round 14: Cedevita loses #1 position to Cibona - May 15, 2013
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The Second Stage in A1 just ended.
Round 14 in A1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Zagreb where host Cibona (12-2) edged league's leader Cedevita (11-3) 85-84 on Tuesday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cedevita. It was a key game for the top position in the league [read more]
The Second Stage in A1 just ended.
Round 14 in A1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Zagreb where host Cibona (12-2) edged league's leader Cedevita (11-3) 85-84 on Tuesday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cedevita. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Cedevita was trailing by 2 points at halftime but managed to get 4-point lead after three quarters before a 26-21 charge of Cibona, which allowed them to win the game. They made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Cibona outrebounded Cedevita 40-28 including 29 on the defensive glass. 26 personal fouls committed by Cedevita helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard D.J. Strawberry (196-85, college: Maryland) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. The other American import point guard Jerel Blassingame (175-81, college: UNLV) chipped in 15 points and 6 assists. American guard Bracey Wright (191-84, college: Indiana, agency: Priority Sports) produced 20 points and 5 assists for the guests. Cedevita's coach Jaksa Vulic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Cedevita at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Zadar. They were replaced at the leadership position by Djuro Djakovic. Important game to mention about took place in Sibenik. Third ranked KK Zadar (11-3) saved a 1-point derby victory on the road edging 4th ranked Jolly (7-7) 77-76 on Tuesday evening. Bosnian-Slovenian center Jusuf Nurkic (212-94) saved the victory by scoring 22 points and 7 rebounds. Romeo Travis contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Mate Mrva (195-83, agency: XL Basketball Agency) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds for Jolly. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. KK Zadar have an impressive five-game winning streak. KK Zadar moved-up to second place, which they share with Cedevita. Jolly at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Kvarner 2010. Alkar Sinj can celebrate finally their first win this season after 13 consecutive loses. They used home court advantage to defeat KK Zagreb (2-12) 82-77 on Tuesday. Slavko Modric scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Alkar Sinj's coach Boris Poljak used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Ivan Novacic responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Alkar Sinj maintains eighth position with 1-13 record. It was KK Zagreb's sixth loss in a row. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. The game with biggest result difference took place in Rijeka. Local Kvarner 2010 (7-7) beat 6th ranked KK Split (5-9) 79-64. Ivica Radic notched a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Kvarner 2010 moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Jolly. KK Split at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost.
The best stats of 14th round was 23 points and 13 rebounds by Josip Sobin of KK Split.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Rijeka. Local Kvarner 2010 (7-7) beat 6th ranked KK Split (5-9) 79-64. It was a very close game until the last quarter, when Kvarner 2010's pressure prevailed and they won that period 20-9 extending their advantage to 15 points. Power forward Ivica Radic (208-90, agency: XL Basketball Agency) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Dino Cinac (198-88) supported him with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Kvarner 2010 players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) by swingman Josip Sobin (203-89, agency: XL Basketball Agency) did not help to save the game for KK Split. Guard Paolo Marinelli (193-95) added 12 points and 4 assists for the guests. Kvarner 2010 moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Jolly. KK Split at the other side keeps the sixth position with nine games lost. Top scorers: Kvarner 2010: I.Radic 19+11reb+2ast, D.Cinac 17+6reb, M.Veljacic 11+2reb+4ast, J.Skific 10+6reb+4ast, H.Sirko 6+1reb+3ast, D.Stipcic 5+4reb+2ast KK Split: J.Sobin 23+13reb+3ast, P.Marinelli 12+1reb+4ast, I.Bender 7+2reb+3ast, T.Katic 6+2reb+2ast, I.Siriscevic 5+6reb+1ast, E.Reinholt 5+2reb
Alkar Sinj can celebrate finally their first win this season after 13 consecutive loses. They used home court advantage to defeat KK Zagreb (2-12) 82-77 on Tuesday. KK Zagreb was trailing by 2 points at halftime but managed to get 5-point lead after three quarters before a 21-11 charge of Alkar Sinj, which allowed them to win the game. Swingman Slavko Modric (203-84) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Zeljko Zupic (205-81, college: Denver) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Alkar Sinj's coach Boris Poljak used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-85) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and center Matija Poscic (204-85, college: De Paul) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Alkar Sinj maintains eighth position with 1-13 record. It was KK Zagreb's sixth loss in a row. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. Top scorers: Alkar Sinj: Z.Zupic 16+7reb, S.Modric 16+6reb+3ast, L.Zitko 13+4reb+2ast, J.Matic 12+5reb+4ast, N.Gaurina 10+4reb+1ast, R.Jugo 9+2reb+5ast KK Zagreb: I.Novacic 19+12reb+3ast, M.Poscic 14+7reb, M.Car 13+3reb+4ast, K.Zganec 13+7reb, F.Basljan 6+2ast, A.Krapic 5+4reb+1ast
Important game to mention about took place in Sibenik. Third ranked KK Zadar (11-3) saved a 1-point derby victory on the road edging 4th ranked Jolly (7-7) 77-76 on Tuesday evening. The guests were ahead by 3 points but lost the second period ending it with a 4-point deficit before their 22-17 run, which allowed them to win the game. Jolly was plagued by 32 personal fouls down the stretch. Bosnian-Slovenian center Jusuf Nurkic (212-94) saved the victory by scoring 22 points and 7 rebounds. American Romeo Travis (201-84, college: Akron) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Forward Mate Mrva (195-83, agency: XL Basketball Agency) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and Bosnian guard Josip Naletilic (195-89, agency: Interperformances) added 13 points and 5 assists in the effort for Jolly. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. KK Zadar have an impressive five-game winning streak. KK Zadar moved-up to second place, which they share with Cedevita. Jolly at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Kvarner 2010. Top scorers: Zadar: J.Nurkic 22+7reb, R.Travis 14+5reb+2ast, A.Delas 14+3reb, D.Thorne 8+3reb+1ast, B.Krasic 5+3reb, M.Ramljak 4+5reb+4ast Jolly: M.Mrva 19+12reb, J.Naletilic 13+5ast, T.Gabric 11+2reb+2ast, L.Katura 9+8reb+1ast, L.Petkovic 9+4reb+4ast, D.Vrsaljko 8+5reb+1ast
Round 14 in A1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Zagreb where host Cibona (12-2) edged league's leader Cedevita (11-3) 85-84 on Tuesday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cedevita. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Cedevita was trailing by 2 points at halftime but managed to get 4-point lead after three quarters before a 26-21 charge of Cibona, which allowed them to win the game. They made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Cibona outrebounded Cedevita 40-28 including 29 on the defensive glass. 26 personal fouls committed by Cedevita helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard D.J. Strawberry (196-85, college: Maryland) who scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. The other American import point guard Jerel Blassingame (175-81, college: UNLV) chipped in 15 points and 6 assists. Four Cibona players scored in double figures. American guard Bracey Wright (191-84, college: Indiana, agency: Priority Sports) produced 20 points and 5 assists and Serbian forward Predrag Suput (200-77, agency: Beo Basket) added 22 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for the guests. Cedevita's coach Jaksa Vulic tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Cedevita at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Zadar. They were replaced at the leadership position by Djuro Djakovic. Top scorers: Cibona: D.Strawberry 18+5reb+3ast, J.Blassingame 15+4reb+6ast, A.Zizic 14+11reb, D.Saric 13+7reb+1ast, M.Rozic 9+7reb+2ast, D.Kus 6+1ast Cedevita: P.Suput 22+2reb+1ast, B.Wright 20+1reb+5ast, M.Tomas 13+6reb, M.Bilan 8+8reb+2ast, V.Ilievski 6+2reb+4ast, L.Babic 6+1reb
A1 Round 13 (Second Stage): Cedevita keeps a leadership position in their group - May 13, 2013
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There will be only one (last) round of the Second Stage in A1. The round was rather attractive and full of interesting results. The round ended with defeat of the leader and favorites losing the games.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cedevita as it allowed them to take a leadership position in Places 1-8. Cedevita smashed 4th placed Jolly in Zagreb 86-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Jolly. The game without a history [read more]
There will be only one (last) round of the Second Stage in A1. The round was rather attractive and full of interesting results. The round ended with defeat of the leader and favorites losing the games.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cedevita as it allowed them to take a leadership position in Places 1-8. Cedevita smashed 4th placed Jolly in Zagreb 86-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Jolly. The game without a history. Cedevita led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Jolly's 22 and made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Jolly 40-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. 29 personal fouls committed by Jolly helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Derwin Kitchen (193-86, college: Florida St.) fired 9 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Center Miro Bilan (215-89) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Mate Mrva (195-83, agency: XL Basketball Agency) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cedevita (11-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Cibona. Jolly at the other side keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Jolly will play next round against strong KK Zadar trying to get back on the winning streak. Cedevita will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Cibona. It will be extra interesting game as Cibona is their local rival from Zagreb. Top ranked Djuro Djakovic (14-6) recorded its sixth loss in Osijek. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Osjecki Sokol (10-10) 89-75. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Djuro Djakovic. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Veljko Budimir (199-85, agency: Court Side) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Aljosa Sarac contributed with 22 points and 5 assists for the winners. Osjecki Sokol's coach Zoran Helbich allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Teo Petani (190-88, agency: XL Basketball Agency) answered with 22 points and 5 rebounds for Djuro Djakovic. The victory was the third consecutive win for Osjecki Sokol. Newly promoted Osjecki Sokol maintains fourth place in Places 9-14 with 10-10 record. Djuro Djakovic at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. Sixth-ranked KK Split (5-8) made lots of trouble for second ranked Cibona (11-2) on Saturday. The visitors from Zagreb managed to secure only three-point victory 81-78. However their fans expected much easier game. Dario Saric stepped up and scored 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Srdan Subotic responded with 23 points and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion keeps a position of Places 1-8 leader, which they share with Cedevita. Loser KK Split keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. Cibona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Zagreb Cedevita. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Zabok. Third ranked KK Zabok faced their biggest opponent Vrijednosnice OS. Host KK Zabok (11-9) defeated guests from Darda (13-7) 81-71. Ivan Djerman nailed 9 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. KK Zabok maintains third place in Places 9-14 with 11-9 record having just three points less than leader Djuro Djakovic. Vrijednosnice OS lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the second position with seven games lost. Bottom-ranked Alkar Sinj (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 92-76 loss to third ranked KK Zadar (10-3) in Zadar on Saturday evening. Ive Ivanov fired 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for KK Zadar. KK Zadar maintains third place in Places 1-8 with 10-3 record having eleven points less than leader Djuro Djakovic. Alkar Sinj lost their thirteenth game in a row. They still closes the standings with 13 games lost. KK Zadar will face Jolly (#4) in Sibenik in the next round. Alkar Sinj will play at home against KK Zagreb (#7) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
In the last two games of round 13 In Places 1-8 Kvarner 2010 defeated KK Zagreb in Rijeka 76-72. In Places 9-14 Dubrovnik was smashed by Krizevci at home 83-102. The best stats of 13th round was 29 points, 18 rebounds and 5 blocks by Josip Ceranja of Krizevci.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cedevita as it allowed them to take a leadership position in Places 1-8. Cedevita smashed 4th placed Jolly in Zagreb 86-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Jolly. The game without a history. Cedevita led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Jolly's 22 and made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Jolly 40-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. 29 personal fouls committed by Jolly helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Derwin Kitchen (193-86, college: Florida St.) fired 9 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Center Miro Bilan (215-89) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Mate Mrva (195-83, agency: XL Basketball Agency) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Ronald Ross (188-83, college: Texas Tech, agency: LUMANI 10.7) added 10 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cedevita (11-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Cibona. Jolly at the other side keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Jolly will play next round against strong KK Zadar trying to get back on the winning streak. Cedevita will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Cibona. It will be extra interesting game as Cibona is their local rival from Zagreb. Top scorers: Jolly: M.Mrva 12+9reb+1ast, R.Ross 10+1reb+1ast, T.Gabric 8, D.Vrsaljko 7+4reb, J.Naletilic 6+1reb, L.Katura 5+3reb Cedevita: M.Bilan 16+8reb, I.Buva 15+5reb, D.Kitchen 9+9reb+6ast, G.Suton 8+6reb+1ast, P.Suput 8+2reb+1ast, A.Masic 7
Bottom-ranked Alkar Sinj (0-13) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 92-76 loss to third ranked KK Zadar (10-3) in Zadar on Saturday evening. The game without a history. KK Zadar led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. KK Zadar dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Alkar Sinj's 36. KK Zadar forced 21 Alkar Sinj turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when KK Zadar made 7 blocks. Center Ive Ivanov (200-85) fired 17 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners. Marko Ramljak (201-93, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Slavko Modric (203-84) produced 25 points and 7 rebounds and forward Domagoj Kanaet (197-93) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for KK Zadar. KK Zadar maintains third place in Places 1-8 with 10-3 record having eleven points less than leader Djuro Djakovic. Alkar Sinj lost their thirteenth game in a row. They still closes the standings with 13 games lost. KK Zadar will face Jolly (#4) in Sibenik in the next round. Alkar Sinj will play at home against KK Zagreb (#7) and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Alkar Sinj: S.Modric 25+7reb, A.Bilic 14+2reb+4ast, D.Kanaet 12+8reb+1ast, N.Gaurina 10+2reb+1ast, L.Zitko 6+2reb, J.Curkovic 4+1reb+1ast Zadar: I.Ivanov 17+5reb+2ast, M.Ramljak 14+5reb+2ast, I.Batur 13+4reb+1ast, J.Nurkic 11+5reb+1ast, G.Vrbanc 8+1ast, R.Travis 8+7reb+4ast
There was no surprise when 7th ranked KK Zagreb (2-11) was defeated at home by fifth ranked Kvarner 2010 (6-7) 76-72 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 44-38 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Kvarner 2010 dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to KK Zagreb's 28. Forward Dino Cinac (198-88) fired 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Jure Skific (202-88) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. International Marko Car (188-85) produced 12 points and 7 assists and point guard Juraj Segaric (183-93) added 15 points respectively for lost side. Four KK Zagreb players scored in double figures. Kvarner 2010 maintains fifth place in Places 1-8 with 6-7 record. KK Zagreb lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. Kvarner 2010 will face KK Split (#6) at home in the next round. KK Zagreb will play against Alkar Sinj and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: KK Zagreb: J.Segaric 15+2reb+2ast, I.Novacic 13+5reb+1ast, M.Car 12+4reb+7ast, I.Milekovic 12+2reb+1ast, F.Basljan 11, M.Poscic 4+7reb Kvarner 2010: D.Cinac 26+8reb+1ast, J.Skific 16+8reb+3ast, H.Sirko 12+2reb, I.Radic 9+4reb+1ast, D.Stipcic 8+5reb+6ast, B.Krivec 2+3ast
Sixth-ranked KK Split (5-8) made lots of trouble for second ranked Cibona (11-2) on Saturday. The visitors from Zagreb managed to secure only three-point victory 81-78. However their fans expected much easier game. KK Split trailed by 18 points after 3 quarters before a 30-15 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 78-81 at the end of the game. They outrebounded KK Split 36-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. International power forward Dario Saric (208-94, agency: XL Basketball Agency) stepped up and scored 16 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and American guard D.J. Strawberry (196-85, college: Maryland) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side the former international guard Srdan Subotic (190-80, agency: XL Basketball Agency) responded with 23 points and 8 assists and swingman Josip Sobin (203-89, agency: XL Basketball Agency) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending champion keeps a position of Places 1-8 leader, which they share with Cedevita. Loser KK Split keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. Cibona's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Zagreb Cedevita. Top scorers: KK Split: S.Subotic 23+3reb+8ast, J.Sobin 16+10reb+2ast, I.Bender 13+4reb+1ast, T.Katic 10+1reb+8ast, B.Markulin 6+1reb, I.Siriscevic 5+2reb Cibona: D.Strawberry 19+5reb+2ast, D.Saric 16+9reb+2ast, M.Rozic 12+2reb, A.Zizic 12+6reb+1ast, M.Jagodic Kuridza 8+7reb, D.Kus 8+3reb+3ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Krizevci's (9-11) road victory over 6th ranked KK Dubrovnik (3-17) 102-83 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Krizevci. KK Dubrovnik was better in second period 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Krizevci shot 66.7 percent from the field. Krizevci outrebounded KK Dubrovnik 39-25 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Josip Ceranja (-90) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points, 18 rebounds and 5 blocks (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Ivan Svoboda (190-87) chipped in 26 points (made all of his seven free throws). Five Krizevci players scored in double figures. Swingman Stipe Rezic (201-89) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Mislav Peric (191-88) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Krizevci maintains fifth place in Places 9-14 with 9-11 record. KK Dubrovnik lost their third game in a row. Loser KK Dubrovnik keeps the sixth position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Dubrovnik: S.Rezic 19+9reb+1ast, M.Peric 15+6reb+1ast, M.Lucic 10+2reb+2ast, D.Jakolis 9+3reb+4ast, A.Radulovic 8+1reb+1ast, M.Proleta 8+2reb+3ast Krizevci: J.Ceranja 29+18reb, I.Svoboda 26+3reb+1ast, I.Cusek 16+4reb+2ast, B.Kapusta 15+5reb+9ast, H.Sertic 10+6reb+1ast, T.Matoic 4+2reb+3ast
Top ranked Djuro Djakovic (14-6) recorded its sixth loss in Osijek. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Osjecki Sokol (10-10) 89-75. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Djuro Djakovic. The game was mostly controlled by Osjecki Sokol. Djuro Djakovic was better in second period 22-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Osjecki Sokol shot 63.8 percent from the field. Osjecki Sokol outrebounded Djuro Djakovic 32-20 including 24 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Veljko Budimir (199-85, agency: Court Side) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Aljosa Sarac (190-89) contributed with 22 points and 5 assists for the winners. Osjecki Sokol's coach Zoran Helbich allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Teo Petani (190-88, agency: XL Basketball Agency) answered with 22 points and 5 rebounds and power forward Marino Sarlija (207-89, agency: XL Basketball Agency) added 14 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Djuro Djakovic. The victory was the third consecutive win for Osjecki Sokol. Newly promoted Osjecki Sokol maintains fourth place in Places 9-14 with 10-10 record. Djuro Djakovic at the other side still keeps top position with six games lost. Top scorers: Djuro Djakovic: T.Petani 22+5reb, T.Brnas 15+1reb+2ast, M.Sarlija 14+7reb, M.Kljaic 8+1reb, M.Karlovic 8+1ast, P.Zivkovic 4+2reb+2ast Osjecki Sokol: V.Budimir 23+12reb+4ast, A.Sarac 22+2reb+5ast, Z.Tucakovic 18+5reb+2ast, D.Rados 8+2reb+2ast, M.Raic 7+1reb+1ast, I.Cosic 6+1reb+1ast
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Zabok. Third ranked KK Zabok faced their biggest opponent Vrijednosnice OS. Host KK Zabok (11-9) defeated guests from Darda (13-7) 81-71. Vrijednosnice OS was tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. Forward Ivan Djerman (203-83) nailed 9 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and guard Jakov Mustapic (193-94) accounted for 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four KK Zabok players scored in double figures. Naturalized Bosnian center Alen Trepalovac (214-85) came up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and guard Luka Panduric (192-93) added 17 points and 5 assists respectively for Vrijednosnice OS in the defeat. KK Zabok maintains third place in Places 9-14 with 11-9 record having just three points less than leader Djuro Djakovic. Vrijednosnice OS lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the second position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Darda: A.Trepalovac 25+10reb+1ast, L.Panduric 17+1reb+5ast, A.Hrkac 13+2reb, S.Tesija 8+9reb+2ast, M.Mandic 8+1reb+3ast, N.Turalija 0 Zabok: J.Mustapic 14+5reb+1ast, A.Anzulovic 12+1reb, A.Vlaic 12+2reb, R.Lez 11+1ast, P.Maric 10+5reb+3ast, F.Bundovic 9+3reb
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