MATCH OF THE ROUND: Ljubljana Awaits a Classic: Cedevita Olimpija vs Crvena zvezda Meridianbet
This Monday evening in Ljubljana, Cedevita Olimpija and Crvena zvezda Meridianbet will renew one of the most exciting rivalries in the AdmiralBet ABA League.
Jaka Blazic (Photo: Cedevita Olimpija/Ales Fevzer)
2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Group B Round 7, Monday, 17 November 2025:
CEDEVITA OLIMPIJA - CRVENA ZVEZDA MERIDIANBET
Where? Stožice Arena, Ljubljana
When? 17:00
Story of the Game: This Monday evening in Ljubljana, Cedevita Olimpija and Crvena zvezda Meridianbet will renew one of the most exciting rivalries in the AdmiralBet ABA League. Matches between these two regional giants are rarely anything less than high-level basketball thrillers, and last season proved exactly that - each side defended its home court in two top-quality, intense duels.
Cedevita Olimpija enter this showdown with strong momentum. The Dragons hold a 4–1 record and have celebrated three consecutive league wins, signaling excellent form in the regional competition. Their confidence is further boosted by a spectacular 28-point EuroCup victory against Umana Reyer Venice last week, a game in which they looked dominant on both ends of the court. The team chemistry is growing, the rhythm is good, and the fans in Stožice have every reason to expect another powerful performance.
On the other side stands Crvena zvezda Meridianbet - the team everyone in Europe is talking about. Their AdmiralBet ABA League record may say 3-2, but their EuroLeague form is simply extraordinary. Zvezda currently sit at the top of the EuroLeague standings, riding a remarkable form that includes last week’s statement victory over AS Monaco. The red-and-whites are arriving in Ljubljana with enormous confidence and with clear intentions: they want to keep the winning wave rolling.
Matchup in Focus: Umoja Gibson vs Jared Butler.
For Cedevita Olimpija, Umoja Gibson has quickly become one of the most reliable summer additions. He has scored double digits in 4 of 5 league games, consistently providing energy, shot-making, and leadership in the backcourt.
On the other side, Jared Butler is emerging as one of Zvezda’s key offensive engines. His impressive performance against Monaco, where he led Zvezda toward another EuroLeague triumph, showcased his talent, pace, and ability to take over big games.
Head-to-Head Score in ABA: In total 4:11; In Ljubljana 4:3.
