Krka hold off Late Surge to Claim Road Win in Ljubljana

Sunday, 29. March 2026 at 18:59

Krka hold on until the end to beat Perspektiva Ilirija on the road.

(Photo: Perspektiva Ilirija/Ales Fevzer)

2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Play-out Round 6, Sunday, 29 March 2026:

Perspektiva Ilirija - KRKA 77:83 (20:22, 14:26, 15:24, 28:11)

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Game Recap: Krka triumphed on the road against Perspektiva Ilirija in Round 6 of the Play-Out stage, prevailing 83:77 after surviving a dramatic late comeback attempt by the home side.

Krka were clearly the better team for the majority of the game, especially in the opening 30 minutes. With excellent ball movement and sharp shooting, the visitors managed to build a commanding 23-point lead and looked to be cruising toward a comfortable win.

However, Perspektiva Ilirija had other plans. The home side came out firing in the final quarter, putting together an outstanding comeback effort. Possession by possession, they chipped away at the deficit and brought the game back to life in front of their fans.

The drama peaked in the final minute when Perspektiva Ilirija cut the gap to just three points - 80:77 - and had the ball with a chance to tie the game. Luka Kureš pulled up for a three-pointer that could have completed the comeback, but the shot did not fall.

Krka kept their composure in the closing seconds, as they converted three free throws to seal the win.

Key moments: The decisive moment came at the start of the final minute. With the score at 80:77, Perspektiva Ilirija had possession and a chance to tie. Luka Kureš attempted a three-pointer, but missed what turned out to be the final opportunity for the hosts to complete their comeback.

Man of the match: Lovro Urbiha led Krka with 14 points and delivered when it mattered most. He calmly knocked down two crucial free throws late in the fourth quarter to help his team secure the win.

Can’t trick the stats: Krka’s perimeter shooting made a major difference. The visitors hit 11 three-pointers, while Perspektiva Ilirija struggled from beyond the arc, making just 4 of their 21 attempts.

Stats

Perspektiva Ilirija
00:00 Q4
77 : 83
Krka

Players on court

ILI Min P R A S F V
4 Padjen M. 21:11 13 3 3 0 3 18
11 Faganel L. 11:47 4 1 0 1 2 5
13 Jurković R. 21:55 5 3 2 1 3 7
30 Popović P. 31:09 20 3 3 2 3 19
35 Kureš L. 32:19 10 0 2 1 3 3
KRK Min P R A S F V
7 Bačvić N. 22:22 8 2 4 0 4 9
10 Oman U. 15:40 3 6 1 1 3 6
13 Urbiha L. 25:13 14 4 1 1 1 15
24 Smrekar Ž. 24:33 11 4 1 0 2 10
41 Mathon S. 23:34 7 7 2 0 4 11

Last 5 actions

Min Score Action
game finished
end of 4. quarter
00:01 (Q4) 10 OMAN U. rebound (defensive)
00:01 (Q4) 4 PADJEN M. missed 2 points (reverselayup)
00:07 (Q4) 4 PADJEN M. rebound (defensive)
00:07 (Q4) 41 MATHON S. missed free throw (2 of 2)

Top players

VALUE (INDEX)
Popović P. 19 - 15 Urbiha L.
POINTS
Popović P. 20 - 14 Urbiha L.
REBOUNDS
Tomažič T. 10 - 7 Mathon S.
ASSISTS
Padjen M. 3 - 5 Rebec J.
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