Budućnost VOLI Defeats Perspektiva Ilirija at Home

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 7, Saturday, 15 November 2025:

BUDUĆNOST VOLI - Perspektiva Ilirija 84:78 (16:18, 21:21, 31:20, 16:19)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: Budućnost VOLI secured an 84:78 victory over Perspektiva Ilirija in Round 7 of the AdmiralBet ABA League Group B after delivering a significantly improved second-half performance. The home team spent much of the opening two quarters trying to find rhythm, as early turnovers and defensive lapses allowed the visitors to control the pace and enter halftime with a narrow lead. Once the teams returned from the break, Budućnost raised their intensity, tightened their defensive structure, and began executing more efficiently on offense—changes that gradually shifted the game in their favor.

Key Moments: The decisive sequence came in the third and early fourth quarter, when Budućnost finally found consistency from long range and increased their ball pressure. That stretch opened the door for their largest lead of the night, a 78:63 edge entering the final minutes, giving them enough separation to manage the remainder of the game despite Ilirija’s attempts to rally.

Man of the Match: Danilo Nikolić delivered the standout performance of the evening. The Budućnost forward finished with 20 points on an efficient 7-for-9 shooting display, along with 2 assists. His ability to provide reliable scoring and maintain composure during the key phases of the second half proved essential in guiding his team to the win.

Can’t Trick the Stats: The difference on the interior tilted the game toward Budućnost. They claimed a 33–25 advantage on the boards and held a clear edge in points in the paint, outscoring Ilirija 52–40. These numbers highlight how control of the glass and strong interior finishing played a decisive role in shaping the final outcome.