Zadar gets the blowout win against Mornar-Barsko zlato

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 28, Tuesday, 22 April 2025:

ZADAR - Mornar-Barsko zlato 100:69 (23:16, 21:20, 29:13, 27:20)

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Game recap: In Round 28 of the AdmiralBet ABA League, Zadar convincingly defeated Mornar-Barsko zlato with a score of 100:69. The game began with Zadar showcasing their dominance through rebounding and fast breaks, while Mornar struggled to keep up, managing only a couple of three-pointers in the first five minutes.

Zadar quickly established a lead, reaching +9 (23-14) by the end of the first quarter, with Mazalin being the standout player, outscoring visitors almost single-handedly. Despite Mornar's Thomasson keeping them in the game with 12 points in the first half, Zadar capitalized on quick counters to extend their lead to +13 (44-31) by the 18th minute. Although Mornar reduced the gap slightly before halftime, Mazalin led all scorers with 16 points. Zadar took over the game in the third quarter, outscoring Mornar-Barsko zlato 29:13 in the period and took a 73:49 lead heading into the final 10 minutes of the game. In the final quarter, Zadar's young players had the opportunity to shine alongside experienced teammates, ultimately achieving a final score of 100-69 with a buzzer-beater three-pointer from Dundović.

Key moments: The third quarter solidified Zadar's control, as they turned a narrow lead into a commanding +24 (73-49) after a 20-4 run. In the third quarter of the game between Zadar and Mornar-Barsko zlato, Zadar began with a narrow lead of 53-45, forcing Zadar to call a timeout. Following this timeout, Zadar responded well with a massive 20:4 run, significantly shifting the momentum in their favor. During this stretch, Zadar showcased its defensive prowess and offensive efficiency, scoring quickly and effectively. The combination of strong rebounding and fast breaks allowed them to stretch their lead to a substantial +24 (73-49) as they dominated both ends of the court. Ultimately, this decisive quarter marked a turning point in the game, effectively sealing the victory for Zadar well ahead of the final buzzer.

Man of the Match: Lovro Mazalin had an outstanding performance in the game against Mornar-Barsko zlato, playing a crucial role in Zadar's dominant victory. Over the course of 20 minutes on the court, he scored 20 points, making him the game's top scorer. He also finished the game with 4 rebounds and 3 assists.

Can't trick the stats: Zadar dominated in nearly all statistical categories tonight, they shot the ball more efficiently, outrebounded Mornar-Barsko zlato, had excellent ball movement, and they took care of the basketball.