Dubai Basketball have officially secured the 1st place in the 2025/26 ABA League Top 8 stage, after a commanding road win against Bosna BH Telecom in Sarajevo – 92:64. With this victory, our team locks in the pole position for the 2026 ABA League Playoffs.

Heading into this game, the scenario was crystal clear – win and seal the top spot. And that is exactly what Dubai Basketball did.

From the opening tip, our boys showed their intent. Highly motivated and fully focused, Dubai Basketball stormed into the game with a stunning 22:2 run, immediately creating a massive gap and taking full control of the contest.

By the end of the first quarter, the lead stood at 28:12, while by halftime it was 46:31, with the outcome already firmly leaning in our favor.

Dubai Basketball did not slow down in the second half. Instead, the team stepped on the gas once again, extending the lead possession by possession and leaving no room for a comeback. The gap continued to grow all the way to the final score of 92:64, marking a dominant and statement victory.

Dubai Basketball once again showcased the strength of their roster depth, as six players reached double digits in scoring in the win over Bosna BH Telecom.

Džanan Musa led the way with 15 points, while Kenan Kamenjaš and Bruno Caboclo added 13 points each. Mfiondu Kabengele contributed 12, with Filip Petrušev scoring 11, and Aleksa Avramović rounding out the double-digit scorers with 10 points.

-ENDS-

About Dubai Basketball: 

Founded in 2023, Dubai Basketball is a newly established professional basketball franchise that plays in Europe’s 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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