SC Derby Claims the Crucial Win Against Vienna

AdmiralBet ABA League Play-out Round 7, Saturday, 4 April 2026:

SC DERBY - Vienna 83:72 (25:22, 15:17, 20:19, 23:14)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game recap: SC Derby delivered a crucial home victory in Round 7 of the AdmiralBet ABA League play-out phase, defeating Vienna 83:72. The hosts overturned an early deficit and gradually took control, especially in the final quarter, to secure an important win in their fight to avoid the relegation battle.

Vienna opened the game with greater sharpness, building an early advantage and holding the lead for most of the first quarter. However, SC Derby responded late in the period with a strong run to edge ahead 25:22. The second quarter remained tightly contested, with both teams trading small leads, and the home side narrowly led 40:39 at halftime.

The third quarter continued in similar fashion, with neither side able to create separation. SC Derby entered the final period with a slim advantage, before a dominant closing stretch allowed them to pull away and seal the victory.

Key moments: The decisive stretch came early in the fourth quarter, when SC Derby shifted the momentum firmly in their favor. A quick offensive burst, highlighted by three consecutive three-pointers, sparked an 11:0 run that turned a narrow game into a double-digit lead (71:58).

This surge was backed by improved defensive intensity, which limited Vienna’s scoring options. As the gap widened further to 78:61 midway through the final period, the outcome was effectively decided, with the home side maintaining control until the final buzzer.

Man of the Match: Nikola Pavlićević was the standout performer of the night. Coming off the bench, he led SC Derby with 17 points while also contributing 3 assists.

His impact was particularly evident in key stretches of the game, where his scoring and composure helped stabilize the team and ignite decisive runs.

Can't Trick the Stats: One of the defining statistical differences in the game came from bench production. SC Derby’s second unit delivered 34 points, providing a significant boost throughout the contest.

Nikola Pavlićević led this effort with 17 points, setting the tone for the home side’s depth advantage. In contrast, Vienna’s bench contributed 20 points, leaving them unable to match the scoring output of SC Derby’s reserves.

That disparity proved crucial, as the home team’s depth played a major role in sustaining momentum and ultimately securing the win.