Budućnost VOLI return to their winning ways after defeating Borac Mozzart

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 23, Sunday, 16 March 2025:

BUDUĆNOST VOLI - Borac Mozzart 86:69 (30:14, 22:19, 6:26, 28:10)

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Game recap: In Sunday night action in Podgorica, Budućnost VOLI faced Borac Mozzart in round 23 of the AdmiralBet ABA League, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 86:69. This win allowed Budućnost VOLI to clinch a spot in the 2025 AdmiralBet ABA League playoffs.

Budućnost VOLI started strong, jumping to a commanding 24:8 lead within the first nine minutes and extending it to 52:33 by halftime. However, after the break, Borac Mozzart put up a fierce fight, outscoring Budućnost VOLI 26:6 in the third quarter and taking a 58:59 lead into the final period.

Andrej Žakelj's squad tightened up their game in the final quarter, they opened with an important run to regain control of the lead and make sure that they did not lose back-to-back games. 

Key moments: In the fourth quarter, Budućnost VOLI came out determined following a poor third quarter, responding with a crucial 14:0 run led by Yogi Ferrell, who scored 11 of those points, including three three-pointers. This run helped Budućnost VOLI regain control and secure the win.

Man of the Match: Yogi Ferrell made a significant impact in his return from injury, leading Budućnost VOLI with 21 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal, earning him the title of Man of the Match.

Can't trick the stats: Shooting efficiency played a crucial role in the game, with Budućnost VOLI shooting 55% from the field and dominating in the paint with 42 points, while Borac Mozzart struggled with 39% shooting and only 26 points in the paint. The performance of Budućnost VOLI's big men, including Nikola Tanasković, Alen Omić, and Kenan Kamenjaš, who combined for 28 points in the paint, added to their victory.