Dubai Basketball Dominates Crvena Zvezda in Top 8 Round 3
Dubai Basketball Dominates Crvena Zvezda in Top 8 Round 3
Dubai Basketball delivered a commanding performance in Round 3 of the AdmiralBet ABA League Top 8, defeating Crvena zvezda Meridianbet 114โ91 in Sarajevo.
Playing once again in front of an energetic crowd at Zetra, just days after hosting Baskonia in the EuroLeague, Dubai maintained a high offensive rhythm from the opening minutes and never allowed the visitors to establish control of the game.
Dubai set the tone early with an excellent first quarter. Strong shooting and effective offensive execution helped the home side build momentum quickly, with Dลพanan Musa leading the way in the opening stretch. After ten minutes, Dubai had already scored 37 points and held a 37โ25 advantage.
Crvena zvezda briefly responded at the start of the second quarter, cutting the deficit to single digits. However, Dubai quickly regained control. A balanced offensive effort and improved defensive pressure allowed the team to extend the lead steadily. By halftime, Dubai had created a comfortable 63โ43 margin.
The third quarter continued in a similar fashion. Dubai maintained its offensive efficiency and defensive discipline, stretching the advantage to as much as 30 points during the period. Crvena zvezda managed to reduce the gap slightly before the end of the quarter, but Dubai still entered the final ten minutes with a strong 90โ63 lead.
With the outcome largely decided, Dubai managed the final quarter confidently while continuing to score at a steady pace. The team surpassed the 100-point mark with five minutes remaining and closed the game with a convincing 114โ91 victory.
Six Dubai players finished in double figures in a balanced offensive display. Dwayne Bacon led the team with 21 points, while Dลพanan Musa added 18. Mfiondu Kabengele contributed 15 points, Kosta Kondiฤ scored 14, Filip Petruลกev added 13, and Davis Bertans finished with 11.
On the opposing side, Stefan Miljenoviฤ recorded 18 points and Jared Butler added 17 for Crvena zvezda.
The atmosphere in Sarajevo once again provided an impressive setting for the matchup, with a packed arena creating a lively environment throughout the evening as Dubai continued its strong run in the competition.
With the win, Dubai secured its 17th victory of the season. The team will next travel to face Buduฤnost in the upcoming round of the AdmiralBet ABA League Top 8.

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About Dubai Basketball:ย
Founded in 2023, Dubai Basketball is a newly established professional basketball franchise that plays in Europeโs EuroLeague and Adriatic Basketball Association (ABA) League for the 2025/26 season. The franchise has assembled a strong roster of players led by Head Coach Jurica Golemac. The club plays their home games at Coca-Cola Arena.
Dubai Basketball stands as a testament to the power of passion and dedication in shaping the landscape of basketball in the UAE and beyond. Its foundation is built upon a diverse and talented team, consisting of FIBA-certified coaches, former professional players, business experts, and passionate enthusiasts.
Dubai Basketball is committed to catalysing positive social change, where dreams are not just envisioned but realised, talents are not merely found but nurtured, and aspirations are not only lived but fulfilled.
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