Krka Aim to Extend Strong Run, Igokea m:tel Chase Top 8
Sunday evening basketball in Novo mesto brings an important Round 18 clash, as Krka welcome Igokea m:tel in a game with plenty at stake for both sides.
Strahinja Gavrilovic (Photo: Igokea m:tel/Marija Vuruna)
2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Group B Round 18, Sunday, 8 February 2026:
KRKA - IGOKEA M:TEL
Where? Leon Štukelj Sports Hall, Novo mesto
When? 17:00
Story of the Game: Sunday evening basketball in Novo mesto brings an important Round 18 clash, as Krka welcome Igokea m:tel in a game with plenty at stake for both sides.
Krka enter this matchup in solid form, having won three of their last four games. The Novo mesto side will look to keep that momentum going, not only to finish the regular season on a positive note, but also to improve their overall standing before the start of the Play-Out stage.
On the other side, the situation is more complex - and potentially decisive - for Igokea m:tel. This game could prove crucial in their race for a Top 8 finish. Should Borac Mozzart secure a win on Saturday, Igokea m:tel would be forced to win in Novo mesto to punch their ticket to the Top 8. If Borac Mozzart stumble, Igokea m:tel would already clinch qualification before tip-off, but Sunday’s clash would still carry major importance, as every point could count when transferring results into the next stage.
Match-up in Focus: One of the key storylines to watch will be the matchup in the paint. Krka’s Sukhmail Mathon is coming off a dominant performance, recording an impressive index rating of 31 in the previous round. Standing in his way will be Igokea m:tel’s Strahinja Gavrilović, who has been a model of consistency lately, frequently posting index ratings above 20 and anchoring his team on both ends of the floor.
Head-to-Head Score in ABA: In total 7:18; In Novo mesto 5:7.
