Powerful Zadar gave Olimpija no chance
At home in Višnjik, Zadar have achieved their third triumph in a row in the game against Union Olimpija and have, after Cibona and Cedevita, knocked down another ABA League powerhouse this season.
At home in Višnjik, Zadar have achieved their third triumph in a row in the game against Union Olimpija and have, after Cibona and Cedevita, knocked down another ABA League powerhouse this season.
ABA League 8th round, Saturday, 31.10.2015:
ZADAR - Union Olimpija 67:56 (16:12, 22:15, 21:18, 8:11)
Game recap: For the third time this season, Zadar have taken advantake of their home court and have achieved the fourth win of the season, third in a row against Union Olimpija. Zadar have been the better opponent throughout the game and have deservedly kept the two points at home. On the other end, Union Olimpija suffered their second defeat in a row in the ABA League and fourth in a row, taking in account also their games in the Eurocup.
Key moments: Since the 10th minute, Zadar have been slowly, but constantly increasing their advantage all until the half time. In the last minute of the first period, the score was 11:9, but with a minute remaining until the main break, the advantage of Ante Nazor's squad has been no less than 13 points (38:25). In the second half, the side from the town of basketball just did not allow the visitors to turn the game around and the contest was decided.
Man of the match: Just like in the previous game against Cedevita, maestro Glenn Cosey was once again the key player for Zadar, as he led the team perfectly from the point guard position. He ended the game with impressive numbers - 16 points, 6 rebounds and a steal and became the man of the match.
Can"t trick the stats: Union Olimpija was not able to find a solution for Zadar's big men throughout the game. After 40 minutes played, Zadar collected 36 and Olimpija only 29 rebounds, which has probably been the decisive factor of the game.
