Budućnost VOLI Extend Their Win Streak To 9 Beating Spartak Office Shoes On the Road

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 17, Saturday, 31 January 2026:

Spartak Office Shoes - BUDUĆNOST VOLI 66:75 (18:27, 21:21, 22:7, 14:11)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: Budućnost VOLI secured an important road victory in Round 17 of AdmiralBet ABA League Group B, defeating Spartak Office Shoes 75:66 in Subotica. After a challenging first half, the visitors raised their defensive intensity after the break and gradually took control of the contest.

Spartak opened the game with confidence, setting the tempo early and building a double-digit advantage in the second quarter. The home side capitalized on efficient shooting and ball movement to head into halftime with a nine-point lead. Budućnost, however, stayed within reach despite struggling offensively during the opening two quarters.

The turning point came after halftime, as Budućnost dramatically improved their defensive execution. Limiting Spartak to just seven points in the third quarter, the Podgorica side flipped the momentum and entered the final period in front. From there, they managed the game effectively and closed out the win to remain at the top of Group B.

Key Moments: The decisive swing arrived midway through the third quarter. Budućnost tightened their defense and responded with a 13:0 run that erased the deficit and delivered their first lead of the night. That surge completely shifted the flow of the game. In the fourth quarter, Spartak made several attempts to close the gap, but Budućnost consistently answered at key moments. Timely perimeter shooting and disciplined execution down the stretch ensured the visitors kept control and sealed the outcome in the final minutes.

Man of the Match: Yogi Ferrell played a crucial role in Budućnost’s comeback and late-game composure. He finished with 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists, providing steady offensive leadership throughout the night. His shot-making during Budućnost’s best stretches, including a decisive three-pointer late in the fourth quarter, helped put the game out of reach and earned him Man of the Match honors.

Can’t Trick the Stats: The numbers clearly reflected Budućnost’s physical edge, which proved decisive over the course of the game. The visitors won the rebounding battle 32–24 and dominated scoring inside, outscoring Spartak 36–16 in points in the paint.

That interior control allowed Budućnost to generate second-chance opportunities and high-percentage looks, particularly in the second half. While Spartak relied more heavily on perimeter efficiency early on, Budućnost’s presence around the rim ultimately tipped the balance and played a major role in the final result.