Partizan Mozzart Bet takes game 1 with a big win against Dubai Basketball

AdmiralBet ABA League Semi-finals Round 1, Monday, 26 May 2025:

PARTIZAN MOZZART BET - Dubai Basketball 102:72 (28:20, 25:13, 32:22, 17:17)

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Game recap: Partizan Mozzart Bet dominated Dubai Basketball in Game 1 of their semi-final series with a commanding 102-72 victory. The Serbian team showcased a powerful and efficient performance, sending a clear message of their intention to claim the title after a long season. The game started strongly for Partizan, who built an early lead of 14:6 and extended it to 28:20 by the end of the first quarter. Their opponents from Dubai struggled offensively at the beginning, missing multiple shots and scoring only 6 points in the first five minutes. This allowed Partizan to control the game comfortably from the start. Throughout the first half, Partizan continued to increase their advantage, reaching a 20-point lead by halftime (53:33). Partizan Mozzart Bet never looked back from that point on; they maintained control of the game, increasing the advantage to take Game 1. 

Key moments: After the first quarter, Partizan continued to increase their advantage. A crucial moment came early in the second quarter when they responded to Dubai’s attempt to close the gap (which had reduced to minus four) with a quick and effective 6-0 run, pushing their lead even further. In the second quarter, Nilikina hit two crucial three-pointers that helped secure a 20:4 run. This sequence not only boosted their lead but also effectively "killed" Dubai’s momentum, making it difficult for the Emirati team to mount a comeback. By halftime, Partizan had established a commanding 53:33 lead, a 20-point cushion that indicated they had completely taken control of the game.

Man of the Match: Sterling Brown was outstanding for Partizan Mozzart Bet, in just 20 minutes of gametime, Brown finished the game with a game-high 21 points, hitting 4 threes. To go along with his 21 points on 8/11 shooting, Brown had 2 assists and 2 rebounds. 

Can't trick the stats: Partizan Mozzart Bet was shooting lights out beyond the arc, they shot an outstanding 53% from three. They dropped 15 threes tonight while Dubai Basketball struggled, shooting 6/22 from three.