EL: Butler Forces OT, Moneke Finishes the Job as Zvezda Win vs. Baskonia

Crvena zvezda Meridianbet scored a massive road win in the EuroLeague, defeating Baskonia 108:100 after a dramatic overtime battle in Vitoria-Gasteiz.

It was a true roller-coaster night for the Belgrade side. Zvezda opened the game in strong fashion, building an early 18:11 lead, but Baskonia quickly responded with a barrage of shots to turn the momentum. The hosts even created a double-digit cushion at one stage, looking in full control of the contest.

However, Zvezda refused to back down. The red-and-whites regrouped after the break and slowly chipped away at the deficit, eventually completing the comeback and taking a 7-point lead - 84:77 - with just three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.

Just when it seemed like the visitors had the game in their hands, Baskonia delivered a huge response. The home team erupted with a 14-point burst, fueled by three three-pointers, to swing the lead back in their favor - 91:88.

Then came the moment of composure. Jared Butler stepped up for Zvezda, taking responsibility and knocking down a clutch three-pointer in the closing seconds to tie the game and force overtime at 91:91, after Baskonia failed to convert on their final possession of regulation.

In the extra five minutes, Chima Moneke took control. Zvezda’s forward dominated both ends of the floor, scoring 8 crucial points in overtime while also making key defensive plays that secured the victory. The visitors maintained their composure down the stretch to close out the game at 108:100 and celebrate a huge triumph on the road.

Crvena zvezda Meridianbet now have the overall score of 19-14.

2025/26 EuroLeague Regular Season, Round 33, Wednesday, March 25, 2026:

Baskonia – CRVENA ZVEZDA MERIDIANBET 100:108 (27:28, 25:14, 15:24, 24:25, 9:17)
Forrest 31, Luwawu-Cabarrot 21 | Moneke 22, Butler 21.