Cedevita Olimpija Looking To Extend Series, Crvena zvezda Meridianbet Aim To Finish The Job
Crvena zvezda Meridianbet and Cedevita Olimpija are set to write another chapter in their thrilling rivalry as the two regional powerhouses face off in Game 2 of the 2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Quarter-Finals on Tuesday evening in Ljubljana.
DJ Stewart (Photo: Cedevita Olimpija/Ales Fevzer)
2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Quarterfinals Round 2, Tuesday, 12 May 2026:
CEDEVITA OLIMPIJA - CRVENA ZVEZDA MERIDIANBET
Where? Stožice Arena, Ljubljana
When? 19:00
Story of the Game: Crvena zvezda Meridianbet and Cedevita Olimpija are set to write another chapter in their thrilling rivalry as the two regional powerhouses face off in Game 2 of the 2025/26 AdmiralBet ABA League Quarter-Finals on Tuesday evening in Ljubljana.
The Belgrade side enters this clash with a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series after triumphing in Game 1 by 101:92 in a spectacular basketball show in Belgrade. Both teams displayed top-class offense in the opening game of the series, while Crvena zvezda Meridianbet eventually managed to make the decisive push in the second half and move just one step away from the Semi-Finals.
Now, the red-and-whites have the first match point in the series. A victory in Ljubljana would send them directly into the next stage of the Playoffs and keep their championship mission alive.
Still, Cedevita Olimpija have already shown this season that they know how to beat Crvena zvezda Meridianbet on their home court. The Dragons defeated the Belgrade powerhouse in Ljubljana during the regular season in one of the most exciting games of the entire 2025/26 campaign, and they now hope that their fans can once again push them toward a huge victory.
The Ljubljana side is fully aware that there is no room for mistakes anymore. A defeat would end their season, while a win would force the decisive Game 3 back in Belgrade.
Match-up in focus: Umoja Gibson vs. Tyson Carter.
This duel between two elite guards might easily determine the outcome of Game 2.
Umoja Gibson has become the true leader of Cedevita Olimpija’s offense this season and he proved it once again in Game 1. The explosive guard finished the match with 19 points and 9 assists, constantly creating problems for the opposing defense with his quickness, scoring ability and playmaking skills.
On the other side, Tyson Carter seems to be finding his best rhythm at the perfect moment for Crvena zvezda Meridianbet. Carter delivered an excellent performance in the opening game of the series, scoring 17 points and making several big baskets whenever his team needed them the most.
Head-to-Head Score in ABA: In total 5:13; In Ljubljana 5:3.
