U-BT Cluj-Napoca Prevail Over Krka

2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Group A Round 10, Friday, 19 December 2025:

U-BT CLUJ-NAPOCA – Krka 92:82 (25:26, 27:21, 25:20, 15:15)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: U-BT Cluj-Napoca wrapped up Round 10 with a hard-earned home victory as they defeated Krka by 92:82. Despite the final double-digit margin, this was far from an easy night for the hosts, as a persistent Krka side kept coming back and constantly threatened to turn the game around.

From the opening tip, Cluj-Napoca held the initiative, but Krka refused to go away. Every time the home team looked ready to create separation, the visitors found a way to respond and stay within striking distance. That pattern continued deep into the second half, keeping the outcome undecided for most of the night.

Key Moments: The decisive moments came in the fourth quarter. Krka managed to cut the deficit to just 79:76, raising hopes of a shocking comeback. However, U-BT Cluj-Napoca answered in the best possible way, putting together a 7:0 run to restore a double-digit cushion and regain full control of the game. From that point on, the home side showed composure, never allowing Krka to reduce the margin below six points in the remaining minutes.

With this win, U-BT Cluj-Napoca improved to 6-3 and remain firmly inside the top-four zone in Group A, while Krka dropped to 2-7.

Man of the Match: The honors go to Karel Guzman, who delivered an all-around performance with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for an impressive 29 index rating. Guzman also provided the highlight moments of the night, throwing down several spectacular dunks in the third quarter that lifted the crowd and boosted his team’s momentum.

Can’t Trick the Stats: Cluj-Napoca dominated the rebounding battle, finishing the game with nine more rebounds than Krka. That advantage translated into crucial extra offensive possessions, which proved decisive in keeping the home team in front when it mattered most.