Dubai Basketball Aim to Extend Perfect Run Against Playoff-Hungry Igokea m:tel
Dubai Basketball will put their flawless record on the line on Sunday when they host Igokea m:tel in a Round 17 showdown of the AdmiralBet ABA League.
(Photo: Igokea m:tel/Marija Vuruna)
2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Group A Round 17, Sunday, 1 February 2026:
DUBAI BASKETBALL - IGOKEA M:TEL
Where? Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
When? 14:00
Story of the Game: Dubai Basketball will put their flawless record on the line on Sunday when they host Igokea m:tel in a Round 17 showdown of the AdmiralBet ABA League.
Dubai Basketball are enjoying a dream debut season in the competition. With a perfect 14-0 record, they remain the only undefeated team in the league. The team coached by Jurica Golemac have already secured their place in the Top 8, but motivation is far from lacking. Every regular-season win carries weight for the next stage, and the hosts will be fully focused on extending their impressive winning streak in front of their home crowd.
On the other side, Igokea m:tel arrive in Dubai knowing that this weekend could be decisive. The Laktaši-based side are on the verge of booking their Top 8 ticket. They can seal it immediately with a win in Dubai, or alternatively if Borac Mozzart suffer a defeat against FMP on Monday. Still, Igokea will be aiming to finish the job themselves, even though they are facing one of the toughest opponents in the league at the moment.
Match-up in Focus: A key individual duel could shape the rhythm of the game. Džanan Musa has made an immediate impact since returning to action, scoring in double figures in the last two of his AdmiralBet ABA League appearances.
Across the court, Igokea will rely heavily on Nathaniel Pierre-Louis, who has been remarkably consistent since joining the club. Pierre-Louis has scored double digits in all five league games he has played for Igokea, providing steady production and perimeter threat.
Head-to-Head Score in ABA: In total 3:0; In Dubai 1:0.
