FMP Snap Their Losing Streak With a Win Against Split

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 14, Monday, 12 January 2026:

Split - FMP 76:85 (20:23, 18:18, 14:23, 24:21)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: FMP secured an important road victory in Round 14 of the AdmiralBet ABA League Group A, defeating Split 85:76 at Gripe. The game was played at a high level of physicality and intensity, with both teams struggling at times to find offensive rhythm. Split opened the contest with strong energy and an early 6–0 run, but FMP quickly settled in and gradually took control behind their aggressive defense and transition play.

Despite several momentum swings and a late push from the home side, the visitors maintained their composure and executed better in the decisive stretches. With this win, FMP improved their record to 5–7, while Split dropped to 3–10.

Key Moments: After an encouraging start by Split, FMP responded midway through the first quarter and closed the period with a narrow lead. Early in the second quarter, the Belgrade side increased the tempo and put together a decisive 9–0 run to open up a 32:23 advantage, forcing Split into a chase for the rest of the half.

Split briefly threatened after halftime, cutting the deficit to four points midway through the third quarter. However, FMP answered immediately with timely three-point shooting and strong defensive pressure, pushing the lead back to double digits. The turning point came late in the third quarter and early in the fourth, when FMP went on a 13-point unanswered run to extend the margin to 71:52, effectively sealing the outcome. Split made one final push in the closing minutes, but the gap proved too large to overcome.

Man of the Match: Joshua Scott delivered a complete all-around performance and set the tone for FMP throughout the night. He finished with 20 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals, consistently creating advantages on both ends of the floor. His scoring efficiency, playmaking in transition, and defensive activity were key factors in FMP’s ability to control the game and respond to every Split rally.

Can’t Trick the Stats: One statistical category told a decisive story: fast break points. FMP capitalized on turnovers and defensive rebounds to score 17 points in transition, while Split failed to register a single fast break point. That clear contrast highlighted the difference in pace, aggression, and execution between the two teams, and played a major role in FMP building and maintaining a comfortable lead in Split.