Mega Superbet prevail over SC Derby in a thrilling finish

2024/25 AdmiralBet ABA League Round 29, Monday, 28 April 2025:

MEGA SUPERBET - SC Derby 83:81 (21:18, 28:19, 13:24, 21:20)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game recap: Mega Superbet continued their winning streak with a dramatic 83:81 triumph over SC Derby in Round 29 of the 2024/25 AdmiralBet ABA League. Even before the final buzzer, Mega Superbet had already secured a Playoffs berth thanks to Spartak Office Shoes’ win over Zadar earlier in the evening. However, motivated to stay in the race for the 7th position, Mega was determined to grab another victory.

The Belgrade team controlled the first half and built a solid 12-point lead by halftime. Yet, SC Derby fought back strongly after the break, cutting the deficit down to just one point by the end of the 3rd quarter. The final minutes brought high drama, with Mega nearly letting the win slip away after a late turnover. Still, thanks to another clutch performance from their rising star Mihailo Petrović, Mega survived the scare and celebrated their fifth consecutive league win.

Key moments: Mega Superbet dominated the first two quarters, showing good energy on both ends of the floor to take a double-digit lead into the halftime break. However, SC Derby responded in the 3rd quarter with improved intensity, gradually chipping away at the margin until they made it a one-point game at 62:61 heading into the final period.

In the closing moments of the game, Mega seemed to have everything under control, leading 81:78 while also holding the ball with less than 15 seconds remaining. However, a costly mistake after an inbound pass allowed SC Derby team to steal the ball and then to Luka Bogavac to drain a three-pointer and to tie the score at 81:81.

Still, Mega had the final word. Once again, Mihailo Petrović stepped up when it mattered most, calmly hitting a mid-range jumper for 83:81 with just a few seconds left on the clock. In SC Derby’s final possession, Luka Bogavac attempted another three-pointer under heavy pressure, but missed, allowing Mega Superbet to escape with a crucial win.

Man of the match: Mihailo Petrović once again proved why he has become Mega Superbet’s go-to player in clutch moments. The young point guard scored 16 points, delivered 7 assists, and hit the decisive basket to seal the win for his team.

Can’t trick the stats: One of the key factors behind Mega Superbet’s victory was their dominance in transition. Mega scored an impressive 28 points from fast breaks, using their speed and aggressive style to punish SC Derby’s defense. On the other side, SC Derby managed to score just 3 fast break points throughout the game.