Kansai Helios win 4 straight after a tight win against Mornar-Barsko zlato

ABA League 2 Round 6, Monday, 13 January 2026:

KANSAI HELIOS - Mornar-Barsko zlato 72:69 (11:15, 12:21, 20:10, 29:23)

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Kansai Helios secured a narrow 72:69 victory over Mornar-Barsko zlato in an ABA League 2 contest that featured a strong second-half response from the home side.

Mornar opened the game with momentum, taking a 15:11 lead after the first quarter and extending the advantage before halftime by winning the second period 21:12. Kansai Helios trailed by double digits at the break but responded decisively in the third quarter, outscoring Mornar 20:10 to get back into the game. The final quarter saw both teams trade baskets, with Kansai Helios edging the period 29:23 to complete the comeback.

Key statistical advantages helped Kansai Helios turn the game around. They finished with 14 second-chance points compared to Mornar’s 6 and scored 13 fast-break points, while Mornar managed just 2 in transition.

Lenart Sirc delivered a well-rounded performance for Kansai Helios, recording 16 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists. On the opposing side, Alston Mason produced an outstanding individual effort for Mornar, leading all scorers with 34 points to go along with 4 rebounds and 3 assists.

With the win, Kansai Helios extended their winning streak to four games and improved their record to 5–1. Mornar-Barsko zlato, meanwhile, fell to a 2–4 record following the close defeat.