NLB MATCH OF THE ROUND: Top form duel - Dubai Basketball and Budućnost VOLI set for high-profile regular season finale
Even though the standings are already settled — Dubai Basketball locked in at 3rd place and Budućnost VOLI guaranteed the top spot — this clash carries significant momentum-building value ahead of the Playoffs.
(Photo: Buducnost VOLI/Filip Roganovic)
2024/25 AdmiralBet ABA League Round 30, Sunday, 4 May 2025:
DUBAI BASKETBALL - BUDUĆNOST VOLI
Where? Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
When? 16:00
Story of the game: Even though the standings are already settled — Dubai Basketball locked in at 3rd place and Budućnost VOLI guaranteed the top spot — this clash carries significant momentum-building value ahead of the Playoffs. Both teams enter this Round 30 encounter on impressive winning streaks: Dubai Basketball have won 12 games in a row, while Budućnost VOLI are riding a 7-game winning streak of their own.
For Dubai, this is their final chance to test themselves against the league’s best before they embark on their first-ever ABA League Playoffs campaign. Meanwhile, Budućnost VOLI will be aiming to maintain their dominant rhythm, especially after claiming 1st place in the regular season for just the second time in club history (the first being in 2016).
In the first meeting between these two sides, Budućnost VOLI emerged victorious with an 89:78 home win, but Dubai have significantly raised their game since then, growing into one of the most dangerous teams in the league. Expect an exciting duel between two in-form squads looking to fine-tune their rotations, test playoff matchups, and keep their winning habits alive.
Match-up in focus: Nate Mason vs. McKinley Wright IV.
Two electric point guards will be under the spotlight — Nate Mason for Dubai Basketball and McKinley Wright IV for Budućnost VOLI. Both players have consistently stepped up in big-time moments this season.
Nate Mason has been the engine behind Dubai’s late-season surge. With his court vision, scoring ability, and calm leadership, Mason has orchestrated Dubai’s offense with precision. In clutch moments, he’s been almost unstoppable — whether it’s creating off the dribble or setting up his teammates.
On the other end, McKinley Wright has been the heartbeat of Budućnost VOLI’s balanced attack. He thrives under pressure and has delivered in major showdowns this season, including multiple standout games against Playoff-caliber opponents. His ability to control tempo, push the pace, and hit timely shots makes him a major threat to any defense.
Head-to-head score in the regional league: In total 0:1; In Dubai 0:0.
