SC Derby beat Borac Mozzart in the last match of the regular season

2024/25 AdmiralBet ABA League Round 30, Monday, 5 May 2025:

SC DERBY - Borac Mozzart 90:80 (19:25, 21:20, 25:19, 25:16)

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Game recap: The 2024/25 AdmiralBet ABA League regular season concluded in Podgorica, where SC Derby triumphed over Borac Mozzart with a 90:80 win. While the game didn’t have any Playoffs implications, both sides came in looking to end their campaigns on a high note and secure a better final standing. The victory allowed SC Derby to claim 11th place on the table, while Borac Mozzart wrapped up their season in 12th.

The game was closely contested through the first three quarters, with both teams trading baskets and staying within reach. However, when it mattered the most, SC Derby stepped up and controlled the final 10 minutes to secure the win in front of their fans.

Key moments: The first three quarters offered a balanced battle, with SC Derby holding a slim 65:64 lead entering the final frame. That’s when the home team took over the game, delivering a strong 25:16 performance in the fourth quarter. With sharper execution on both ends of the floor, SC Derby created separation and never looked back.

Man of the match: The man of the match honors could rightfully be shared between two SC Derby standouts.

Zoran Nikolić had a near double-double with 17 points and 9 rebounds, finishing with a game-high index rating of 29.

Erick Neal, meanwhile, was the engine of SC Derby’s offense. He scored 21 points, handed out 7 assists, and kept the tempo high throughout, ending with an index rating of 28.

Together, they powered SC Derby to a confident finish in the regular season.

Can’t trick the stats: Turnovers proved costly for Borac Mozzart in this season finale, as they committed 14 turnovers over the course of the game. Those wasted possessions gave SC Derby extra opportunities to push the pace and build momentum, especially in the decisive fourth quarter.