Local rivals meet in Bar - Mornar vs. Budućnost VOLI
After the derby of Skopje, we have another clash of two local rivals in the 19th round of ABA League. Mornar will host Budućnost VOLI in Bar.
James Richard Reynolds (Photo: Buducnost VOLI)
After the derby of Skopje, we have another clash of two local rivals in the 19th round of ABA League. Mornar will host Budućnost VOLI in Bar.
ABA League 19th round, Sunday, 22.1.2017:
Where? S.C. Topolica, Bar
When? 17:00
Story of the game: For both teams this match is very important. Mornar are fighting for the ABA League survival and every win has enormous significance for them. The good thing for the boys from Bar is that they will play at home this weekend, and we all know what that means. Mornar scored all 6 wins in this season in front of their fans, while they triumphed in the previous 4 home games!
On the other side, Budućnost VOLI are trying really hard to get back to the 2nd position on the standings, as it brings the home court advantage in the Playoffs. The squad from Podgorica have improved their form lately, as they are on a 3-win streak in ABA League. The Blues are well aware that they must not stop now if they want to claim that 2nd spot, so that is why this local derby is so important for them.
Match-up in focus: Vukota Pavić vs. Boris Savović. Both of them play as power forwards in their teams, but they are still quite different players. While Pavić (Mornar) is much quicker and can easily cover a small forward position as well, Savović (Budućnost VOLI) is taller and can also play as a center. We are looking forward to watch this duel.
Head to head in regional league: In total 0:1; In Bar 0:0.
