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Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Dubai Basketball keep title dreams alive with thrilling win over Partizan
A game for the books, Dubai Basketball edged out seven-time ABA League champions Partizan Mozzart Bet in Game 2 of the semi-finals – winning the pivotal clash 100:95 in the final five minutes of overtime. Dubai welcomed Serbian powerhouse Partizan Mozzart Bet to Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday night following a shocking loss in Belgrade in the first leg of the semi-final. Needing this win to keep their league ambitions alive, Dubai Basketball prepared for what would be one of their best games this season. A stark contrast from Game 1 of the semis, Dubai Basketball kept Partizan on edge with unrelenting momentum and strong defensive tactics. Hailing Dubai for their response, Partizan coach Zeljko Obradovic spoke about the intensity of playing Dubai at home, 'We knew they would try to be aggressive here [in Dubai], and they were.' Dubai's physicality and determination were evident from the beginning moments of the first quarter. Holding a narrow three-point lead in the second quarter, the team gained confidence as they landed crucial three-pointers, pushing ahead into the second half. However, Partizan quickly retaliated, with American guard Carlik Jones and Belgian international Frank Ntilikina making an early impact and keeping the contest tight. Leading by example was captain and Man of the Match, Klemen Prepelić. The Slovenian shooting guard has often been praised for his role in the debutant team, but his performance on Thursday night outshone his previous milestones for the team. Making him the night's top scorer, Prepelic contributed 30 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist. A scoreline that only another Dubai Basketball team member came close to – Nate Mason's perfectly executed free throws in the last 14 seconds of regulation time are what equalised the score and forced Partizan into overtime. Praising the team's resilience, Dubai Basketball head coach Jurica Golemac said, 'I'm very proud. We didn't surrender; we didn't give up. You could see it in the players—the emotions in their eyes. We didn't want the season to end, and that was obvious.' With over 7,000 fans in attendance, Dubai looked more confident than ever in the extra period. Spurred on by the home crowd, they secured the final points of the night and sealed a crucial win to force a deciding third game in Belgrade on Sunday.
Dubai Eye
2 days ago
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Dubai Basketball keep title dreams alive with thrilling overtime victory at home
Dubai Basketball have kept their league ambitions alive by edging out seven-time ABA League champions Partizan Mozzart Bet in Game 2 of the semi-finals – winning the pivotal clash 100:95 in the final five minutes of overtime. Dubai welcomed Serbian powerhouse Partizan Mozzart Bet to Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday night following a shocking loss in Belgrade in the first leg of the semi-final. Dubai Basketball kept Partizan on edge with unrelenting momentum and strong defensive tactics. Hailing Dubai for their response, Partizan coach Zeljko Obradovic spoke about the intensity of playing at home. 'We knew they would try to be aggressive here [in Dubai], and they were.' Dubai's physicality and determination were evident from the beginning moments of the first quarter. Holding a narrow three-point lead in the second quarter, the team gained confidence as they landed crucial three-pointers, pushing ahead into the second half. However, Partizan quickly retaliated, with American guard Carlik Jones and Belgian international Frank Ntilikina making an early impact and keeping the contest tight. Leading by example was captain and Man of the Match, Klemen Prepelić. The Slovenian shooting guard has often been praised for his role in the debutant team, but his performance on Thursday night outshone his previous milestones for the team. Making him the night's top scorer, Prepelić contributed 30 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist. A scoreline that only another Dubai Basketball team member came close to – Nate Mason's perfectly executed free throws in the last 14 seconds of regulation time are what equalised the score and forced Partizan into overtime. Praising the team's resilience, Dubai Basketball head coach Jurica Golemac said, 'I'm very proud. We didn't surrender; we didn't give up. You could see it in the players - the emotions in their eyes. We didn't want the season to end, and that was obvious.' With over 7,000 fans in attendance, Dubai looked more confident than ever in the extra period. Spurred on by the home crowd, they secured the final points of the night and sealed a crucial win to force a deciding third game in Belgrade on Sunday. 'Our defence was unbelievable today,' Golemac added. 'I had the feeling there were 10,000 people inside — breathing and playing the game with us. They wanted to succeed just like we did.' Dubai Basketball now head to Serbia for the final semi-final showdown, one step away from a coveted place in the ABA League finals - marking an already historic debut season for the team with a second home win against one of Europe's most decorated clubs.
Arab News
3 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Dubai Basketball keep title dreams alive with overtime win against seven-time champions
DUBAI: Dubai Basketball edged out seven-time ABA League champions Partizan Mozzart Bet in Game 2 of the semi-finals — winning the pivotal clash 100-95 in the final five minutes of overtime to square the series. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Dubai welcomed Serbian powerhouse Partizan Mozzart Bet to Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday night after a shock loss in Belgrade in the first leg of the semi-final. Needing a win to keep their league ambitions alive, Dubai Basketball were set for what would be one of their best games this season. In a stark contrast from the first game of the semis, Dubai Basketball kept Partizan on edge with unrelenting momentum and strong defensive tactics. Praising Dubai's response, Partizan coach Zeljko Obradovic spoke about the intensity of playing Dubai at home. 'We knew they would try to be aggressive here (in Dubai), and they were,' he said. Dubai's physicality and determination were evident from the start of the first quarter. Holding a narrow three-point lead in the second quarter, the team gained confidence as they landed crucial three-pointers, pushing ahead into the second half. However, Partizan quickly retaliated, with American guard Carlik Jones and Belgian international Frank Ntilikina making an early impact and keeping the contest tight. Leading by example for Dubai was captain and Man of the Match Klemen Prepelic. The Slovenian shooting guard has often been praised for his role in the debutant team, but his performance on Thursday night outshone his previous milestones for the team. Prepelic, the night's top scorer, contributed 30 points, three rebounds and one assist. Only one other Dubai Basketball member came close to these stats, with Nate Mason's perfectly executed free throws in the last 14 seconds of regulation time leveling the score and forcing Partizan into overtime. Praising the team's resilience, Dubai Basketball head coach Jurica Golemac said: 'I'm very proud. We didn't surrender; we didn't give up. You could see it in the players — the emotions in their eyes. We didn't want the season to end, and that was obvious.' With more than 7,000 fans in attendance, Dubai looked more confident than ever in the extra period. Spurred on by the home crowd, they secured the final points of the night and sealed a crucial win to force a deciding third game in Belgrade on Sunday. 'Our defence was unbelievable today,' Golemac added. 'I had the feeling there were 10,000 people inside — breathing and playing the game with us. They wanted to succeed just like we did.' Dubai Basketball now head to Serbia for the semi-final showdown, one step away from a place in the ABA League finals — marking an already historic debut season for the team with a second home win against one of Europe's most decorated clubs.
Gulf News
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Gulf News
Dubai Basketball crush Igokea to stay in title hunt
Dubai: Dubai Basketball continued their relentless push for the top of the ABA League standings with a commanding 97—88 victory over Igokea m:tel on Saturday night. Playing away at Laktasi Sports Hall, the team wasted no time asserting their dominance on Bosnian soil, setting a new single-quarter scoring record for the season. The win lifts Dubai Basketball to an impressive 24—5 record, keeping them firmly in the race for first place with only one more round before the playoffs. With just one win separating them from Partizan Mozzart Bet and Budućnost VOLI — who have a game in hand — the battle for the league's top spot is still wide open. Blistering start breaks records Dubai Basketball exploded out of the gates on Saturday, delivering a first-quarter performance for the record books. The team racked up a staggering 39 points in the opening 10 minutes — the highest-scoring quarter by any team this season — and built a 20-point lead (4:24) by the fifth minute. The Bosnian side struggled to keep pace and, despite a spirited attempt to claw their way back, were unable to recover from Dubai's blistering start. 'We came into the game with strong focus and executed exactly how we planned,' said head coach Jurica Golemac after the game. 'It's a great feeling, but we know we have to stay locked in and keep building toward the playoffs. The goal is to keep analysing, improving every game, and making sure we're ready for the most crucial part of the season.' Bertans lights it up early Leading the charge was Dubai's sharpshooter and ex-NBA star Davis Bertans, who put on a clinic in the first quarter with 19 points, including a perfect 5-for-5 from three-point range. He finished the night with 21 points in total, earning the ABA League's Man of the Match honours. 'I felt good out there,' Bertans said after the game. 'My teammates found me in the right spots, and I was able to sink shots early. That gave us momentum, and from there, we just kept going. Now we come back to Dubai with just one more game before the playoffs, feeling stronger and more determined than ever.'
Khaleej Times
19-03-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Basketball coach Golemac over the moon after stunning win over Partizan Mozzart Bet
In an incredible 40-minute display of pure athleticism, Dubai Basketball delivered one of their most dominant performances yet, handing ABA League leaders, Partizan Mozzart Bet, just their third loss of the season with a final score of 80-72. With one of the most impressive defensive performances, Dubai Basketball showcased their skill and determination, holding heavily favoured Partizan to 72 points. Dubai Basketball's team captain, Klemen Prepelič, electrified the record-breaking crowd, sealing the win in dramatic fashion as the Slovenian shooting guard scored a game-changing nine points in the final five minutes. Speaking on the historic win, Dubai Basketball coach Jurica Golemac commented ''It was a big win. A big, big, big win for us. I need to really give the credit to the players. They were hustling 40 minutes defensively; it was an incredible defense. "We lost a little bit of offensive control in some moments, but defensively it was an almost perfect 40 minutes. And this is the way we need to be to win against big teams. And one more time - I need to congratulate the fans. They were great today. They gave us this win.'' Vice champions of the 2024 season, Partizan Mozzart Bet is one of Europe's most decorated basketball teams and currently sits atop the ABA League Regular Season table. With just two points separating them from Dubai Basketball, now in third place, the stakes continue to rise as the league's newest team cements its reputation as a championship contender. Further adding to the excitement of the night, Dubai Basketball had the honor of welcoming some of the most influential figures in professional basketball. Among the esteemed guests were Paulius Motiejūnas, CEO of EuroLeague, whose leadership continues to shape the future of European basketball; Josep Cubells, President of FC Barcelona Basketball, representing one of the sport's most storied clubs; Ostoja Mijailović, President of Partizan Mozzart Bet, and Zoran Savić, Director of Partizan Mozzart Bet, showcasing their support for their team as they faced Dubai Basketball away for the first time. Promised to be one of the biggest home games of the season, Dubai Basketball delivered a showcase of pure entertainment. From unmissable on-court basketball to unforgettable fan moments, the team's third game this month was the biggest one yet. Bringing in over 5,200 spectators from around the world, Dubai Basketball is immensely devoted to their loyal fanbase. Among the crowd were two particularly lucky supporters, father and son duo, Can and Efe Tamyaman, who were treated to the ultimate fan surprise. In a moment of pure excitement, the pair was awarded an all-expenses-paid trip of a lifetime to Montenegro, where they will fly privately with the Dubai Basketball team to experience first-hand the away game versus Mornar this April. With momentum on their side, Dubai Basketball is determined to continue their impressive run in the league. For the fourth and final home game of the month, Dubai will welcome FMP Soccerbet to Coca-Cola Arena on 29 March for what's sure to be another hair-raising thriller
