Krka gets an important home win defeating Split

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 26, Sunday, 6 April 2025:

KRKA - Split 82:73 (22:21, 16:19, 17:15, 27:18)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game recap: In Round 26 of the AdmiralBet ABALeague, Krka defeated Split 82:73 in a tightly contested match. The game remained close, with Krka leading by just one point (22:21) at the end of the first quarter. Despite Split taking a 25:34 lead early in the second quarter, Krka responded well, trailing by just two points (38:40) at halftime. In the final quarter, Krka excelled, outscoring Split 27:18, which secured a significant win that helped them pull ahead of Cibona in the standings, now holding a record of 5-21, while Split dropped to 8-18.

Key moments: The game was competitive throughout, particularly within the last four minutes when Krka held a narrow 72:68 lead. A pivotal 8:3 run allowed Krka to extend their advantage to 80:71 with 1:39 left on the clock. This run featured crucial three-pointers from Jakob Čebašek and Jan Špan, and a powerful slam dunk from Kendall Robinson, putting the game out of reach for Split and preventing any chance of a comeback.

Man of the Match: Kendall Robinson was the standout player, finishing the game with a team-high 17 points on an impressive 6/7 shooting performance, along with contributing 5 rebounds. His impactful plays were instrumental in Krka's victory.

Can't trick the stats: A significant factor in the game was the difference in ball movement between the two teams. Krka showcased excellent teamwork, accumulating 21 assists, with Tayler Persons leading with 12 assists. In contrast, Split struggled with ball distribution, registering only 7 assists. This disparity highlighted the contrast in play styles and was a crucial element in Krka's success.