#ABAFutureStars Group D: U19 Cedevita Olimpija End 3-0, U19 Partizan Secure a Playoff Spot

2025/2026 U19 ABA League Championship Group D, Round 3:

U19 CEDEVITA OLIMPIJA - U19 Vienna 89:52 (25:7, 13:20, 29:7, 22:18)

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U19 Cedevita Olimpija closed out the group phase of the U19 ABA League Championship in commanding fashion, defeating U19 Vienna 89:52 in Round 3 to secure a flawless 3-0 record in Group D and book their place in the playoffs. U19 Vienna, meanwhile, wrapped up their campaign at 0-3 and missed out on advancing.

U19 Cedevita Olimpija set the tone early with a dominant opening quarter, racing to a 25:7 lead behind aggressive defense and efficient transition play. Although U19 Vienna responded with a stronger second period, winning it 20:13, U19 Cedevita Olimpija still held a comfortable 38:27 advantage at the break.

Any hopes of a comeback were quickly shut down in the third quarter, where U19 Cedevita Olimpija delivered another emphatic run, outscoring U19 Vienna 29:7 and effectively putting the game out of reach. The final frame, a 22:18 effort, sealed the comprehensive victory.

Maks Ciperle stood out for U19 Cedevita Olimpija with a near triple-double performance, posting 14 points, 6 assists, and 10 rebounds. Derin Can Ustun added 17 points and 3 assists, helping drive the team's offensive rhythm throughout the game.

Despite the loss, U19 Vienna saw an excellent showing from Aron Stazić, who delivered 20 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists, battling to keep his team competitive.

With this win, U19 Cedevita Olimpija complete the group stage as one of the tournament’s undefeated teams and advance confidently to the playoff round, while U19 Vienna conclude their run without a victory.

U19 PARTIZAN - U19 Bosna BH Telecom 88:87 (21:27, 26:21, 23:22, 18:17)

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U19 Partizan secured one of the most dramatic victories of the U19 ABA League Championship so far, defeating U19 Bosna BH Telecom 88:87 in a Round 3 classic to clinch a place in the playoffs with a 2-1 record in Group D. U19 Bosna BH Telecom, who entered the matchup with the same aspirations, finished at 1-2 and missed out on advancing.

The game delivered intensity from the opening minutes, with U19 Bosna BH Telecom grabbing a 21:27 lead after the first quarter. U19 Partizan responded in the second period, tightening their defense and edging ahead 47:48 at halftime. The teams continued trading baskets throughout a closely contested third quarter, which U19 Partizan narrowly won 23:22.

But the finale was nothing short of spectacular.

In the dying seconds, U19 Bosna BH Telecom held an 87:85 lead and appeared poised to secure the win. Then came the decisive moment: Uroš Danilović received the ball and buried a clutch three-pointer with 0.3 seconds remaining, flipping the scoreboard and giving U19 Partizan an 88:87 advantage. U19 Bosna BH Telecom had no time left to respond, sealing an unforgettable finish.

Danilović delivered a brilliant all-around performance, posting 22 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, and 4 steals, punctuated by the game-winning shot. Nikola Đurović also shined for U19 Partizan with 21 points and 5 rebounds, providing consistent scoring throughout the contest.

For U19 Bosna BH Telecom, Miljan Klještan came close to a triple-double, recording 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists in an outstanding individual effort that kept his team competitive until the final whistle.

With this dramatic victory, U19 Partizan advances to the playoff stage, while U19 Bosna BH Telecom’s campaign ends despite a valiant fight.