Crvena zvezda Meridianbet prevail over Cedevita Olimpija after a hard-fought battle in Belgrade

AdmiralBet ABA League 2026/27, Round 8, Sunday, 15 November 2026

CRVENA ZVEZDA MERIDIANBET – Cedevita Olimpija 94:83 (26:24, 22:19, 19:21, 27:19)

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POST-GAME COMMENTS

Game Recap: Crvena zvezda Meridianbet have extended their winning streak in the AdmiralBet ABA League after defeating Cedevita Olimpija 94:83 in Belgrade.

The home team had to work hard to overcome a determined Cedevita Olimpija side that remained within striking distance throughout most of the contest. Although the red-and-whites held the lead for much of the game, the visitors refused to back down and even managed to level the score in the final quarter.

However, Crvena zvezda Meridianbet responded when it mattered most, producing a strong offensive performance down the stretch to secure another important victory.

Key Moments: The opening quarter brought an entertaining and evenly matched contest, with both teams enjoying periods in front. Cedevita Olimpija showed their intentions early, but Crvena zvezda Meridianbet managed to finish the first quarter with a narrow 26:24 advantage.

The home team raised their intensity in the second quarter and gradually established a more comfortable lead. At one point, the red-and-whites moved into a double-digit advantage, but the visitors responded and reduced the deficit to just five points by halftime (48:43).

The third quarter followed a similar pattern, with neither team managing to take complete control. Cedevita Olimpija continued to challenge the hosts and won the period 21:19, cutting the deficit to 67:64 heading into the final ten minutes.

The decisive moments arrived in the fourth quarter. Anthony Cowan Jr. knocked down a three-pointer to tie the score at 69:69, but Semi Ojeleye immediately answered with a triple of his own. Jared Butler then stepped up with several important baskets, while Jordan Nwora delivered crucial points in the closing minutes. The home team eventually pulled away to celebrate a 94:83 victory.

Man of the Match: Jordan Nwora delivered an excellent all-around performance to help Crvena zvezda Meridianbet secure the win. The forward finished with 15 points, 6 rebounds and a team-high performance index rating of 20, while also producing several spectacular plays, including a powerful one-handed dunk.

Can't Trick the Stats: The fourth-quarter scoring made the difference in this closely contested encounter. After the first three quarters, Crvena zvezda Meridianbet held a narrow 67:64 advantage, but the hosts outscored Cedevita Olimpija 27:19 in the final period to seize a valuable win.