Krka Locks Up An Important Win At Home Against Split

AdmiralBet ABA League Round 17, Monday, 2 February 2026:

KRKA - Split 105:92 (31:21, 26:28, 21:23, 27:20)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: Krka claimed a valuable home win in Round 17 of the AdmiralBet ABA League Group A, defeating Split 105:92 in Novo Mesto. In a direct matchup between teams fighting to secure their position in the league, the hosts delivered a strong offensive performance and held the upper hand for most of the contest. Krka’s ability to control tempo and consistently find quality shots proved crucial, as they closed out the regular season phase with an important victory.

Key Moments: Krka set the tone from the opening tip, jumping out to an early 10–0 run and quickly establishing a double-digit lead in the first quarter. That fast start forced Split into catch-up mode and gave the home team confidence on the offensive end. Although the visitors responded before halftime and later trimmed the gap to just three points late in the third quarter, Krka repeatedly answered with timely perimeter shooting. The decisive push came in the final four minutes, when the hosts once again created separation, extending the lead into double figures and effectively putting the game out of reach.

Man of the Match: Blaž Mahkovic was the standout performer for Krka, producing a well-rounded display in a crucial win. He finished the night with 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, leading by example and delivering in key moments. His scoring efficiency and playmaking were instrumental in keeping Krka composed during Split’s comeback attempts.

Can’t Trick the Stats: The difference in three-point shooting and ball distribution played a major role in the final outcome. Krka connected on 14 three-pointers and tallied 25 assists, reflecting their sharp spacing and unselfish offensive execution. Split struggled to keep pace in those areas, finishing with just 5 made threes and 12 assists. That statistical contrast highlighted Krka’s superior offensive flow and proved decisive in determining the result.