Zadar get back to their winning ways after beating SC Derby

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 18, Saturday, 25 January 2025:

ZADAR - SC Derby 71:58

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game recap: In the opening match of Round 18, Zadar emerged victorious against SC Derby 71:58 in Krešimir Ćosić Hall. The game kicked off with SC Derby opening with a quick 9:0 lead following shooting 3/3 from three-point range to start the game, Zadar got back in the game by the end of the first quarter, finishing it leading 19:15.

The second quarter saw Zadar grow their lead as they outscored SC Derby 20:15, they managed to extend their advantage to 9 heading into the halftime break. However, Zadar continued to control the game in the third quarter, they held a double-digit lead heading into the final 10 minutes of the game.

In the last quarter, SC Derby couldn't threaten Zadar's lead and try to complete a comeback as Zadar held on and sealed their 10th win of the season.

Key moments: The key moment for Zadar in their win tonight must be in the first quarter. SC Derby had a phenomenal opening to tonight's game, they opened with a 9:0 run after shooting 3/3 from three to start the game and it seemed like they would have a stellar shooting performance. Zadar's response to that run set the tempo for the hosts in the game's continuation, Zadar responded with a 19:2 run to end the first quarter and take control of the game going forward. 

Man of the match: Zadar's sharpshooter Krševan Klarica had a great game leading them to victory, he finished the night with a game-high 20 points to go along with 8 rebounds. 

Can't trick the stats: Zadar controlled the inside game, they outscored SC Derby in the paint 42:20, and Zadar's players were scoring most of their points close to the rim.