Budućnost VOLI Dominates At Home To Beat Igokea m:tel

AdmiralBet ABA League Top 8 Round 2, Sunday, 8 March 2026:

BUDUĆNOST VOLI - Igokea m:tel 99:67 (19:13, 26:14, 36:20, 18:20)

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Game Recap: Budućnost VOLI claimed their first win of AdmiralBet ABA League Top 8 phase in convincing fashion, defeating Igokea m:tel 99:67 at home. 

The hosts gradually built control of the game through the opening half and went into the break with a comfortable double-digit lead. Their offensive rhythm only grew stronger after halftime, particularly in the third quarter, when Budućnost VOLI significantly increased the pace and efficiency of their attack.

With strong ball movement, efficient shooting and a clear advantage on the glass, the home team steadily extended the margin throughout the second half. By the start of the final quarter the outcome was already decided, allowing Budućnost VOLI to rotate their lineup while maintaining a safe distance until the final buzzer.

Key Moments: The first decisive shift occurred late in the opening quarter. After trailing early, Budućnost VOLI responded with an 11:0 run that flipped the momentum and gave them control of the game. That surge helped them close the first period with a six-point advantage and set the tone for what followed.

The key stretch came midway through the second quarter. Igokea m:tel briefly cut the deficit to just one point, but Budućnost VOLI immediately responded after a timeout. The home side tightened its defense and launched a scoring run that turned the game around. During the final minutes of the half, Igokea struggled to score from the field while Budućnost VOLI finished the period with a strong run to build an 18-point halftime lead.

Any remaining suspense disappeared in the third quarter. Budućnost VOLI caught fire from long range and produced their most productive offensive stretch of the night, pushing the margin beyond 30 points and effectively sealing the victory well before the final period.

Man of the Match: Nikola Tanasković delivered an outstanding performance against his former team and was the clear standout of the night.

The Budućnost VOLI forward finished with a game-high 23 points and added 8 rebounds, contributing on both ends of the floor throughout the contest. Tanasković was extremely efficient with his shooting, converting the majority of his attempts while also protecting the rim with two blocks.

His energy inside the paint and ability to score consistently helped Budućnost VOLI maintain offensive momentum, especially during the key phases when the home side extended its lead.

Can't Trick the Stats: The numbers clearly underline Budućnost VOLI’s dominance in this matchup. The home team controlled almost every major statistical category, which ultimately translated into the convincing final margin.

One of the most decisive factors was rebounding, where Budućnost VOLI held a commanding 43:23 advantage. That control of the boards allowed the hosts to dictate the tempo, limit second-chance opportunities for Igokea m:tel and create additional possessions of their own.

Combined with better shooting efficiency, more assists and fewer turnovers, Budućnost VOLI’s statistical superiority across the board made the difference and paved the way for their emphatic victory in Round 2 of the Top 8 phase.