Igokea Defend Home Court, Zvezda Come for Reaction

2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Top 8 Round 6, Saturday, 4 April 2026:

IGOKEA M:TEL - CRVENA ZVEZDA MERIDIANBET

Where? Laktaši Sports Hall, Laktaši

When? 19:00

Story of the Game: Saturday evening brings us an exciting clash in Laktaši, where Igokea m:tel will host Crvena zvezda Meridianbet in Round 6 of the Top 8 stage of the AdmiralBet ABA League.

Igokea m:tel are right in the middle of a tight battle for the 7th place, currently all tied with Bosna BH Telecom. With every game potentially decisive in this race, the team from Laktaši knows how important this matchup could be. Although they have secured just one win so far in the Top 8 stage, that victory came on home court against Cedevita Olimpija - a result that gives them confidence ahead of another tough test against a regional powerhouse.

On the other side, Crvena zvezda Meridianbet arrive after a difficult EuroLeague night, having lost the Belgrade derby against Partizan Mozzart Bet on Thursday. Still, the red-and-whites have been in excellent rhythm in the AdmiralBet ABA League. Over the past two weeks, they recorded two major wins - first in the ABA derby against Partizan, and then against Dubai Basketball - showing strong form on the regional stage. Zvezda will now aim to bounce back from the EuroLeague setback and continue their winning streak in ABA competition.

Match-up in focus: All eyes will be on the duel between two explosive guards - Nathaniel Pierre-Louis and Stefan Miljenović. Pierre-Louis has been one of the most consistent performers this season, reaching double digits in all but two games, while Miljenović is currently in outstanding form and was recently named the February–March MVP. Their head-to-head battle could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this clash.

Head-to-Head Score in ABA: In total 8:26; In Laktaši 5:11.