Mornar-Barsko zlato get their third win in 4 games after beating Cibona

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 19, Monday, 5 February 2024:

MORNAR-BARSKO ZLATO - Cibona 85:88 (21:17, 25:23, 20:19, 22:26)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game recap: Mornar-Barsko zlato recorded their third win in four games after they defeated Cibona at home in Bar. 

The pride of Bar controlled the lead for most of the game, the first three quarters were controlled by the hosts, even holding a 13-point advantage. Cibona fought their way back into the game, even taking a 5-point heading into the final 2:46 game. Mornar-Barsko zlato went on a crucial run until the end of the game to secure a precious win in their hopes of avoiding relegation. 

Key moments: After Cibona went up 76:81 with 2:46 remaining in the game, the Pride of Bar went on a crucial run to get back into the lead and secure the win in front of their home fans. It was a 10:0 run from which Cibona could not recover, it was the final blow, and following that they didn't have enough time for another comeback and Mihailo Pavićević's squad would be celebrating tonight. 

Man of the Match: Marcus Weathers was stellar tonight for Mornar-Barsko zlato, he scored 22 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and dished out 2 assists. 

Can't hide the stats: Mornar-Barsko zlato was efficient in getting to the line tonight, they shot 30 shots from the charity stripe and hit 73% of their free throws while Cibona shot just 13/16 from the line.