UPDATE: Budućnost Voli has secured a decisive victory against Ilirija, winning 86-66 in Ljubljana, marking a significant boost ahead of their crucial Eurocup match against Trento on December 22, 2023. This win not only adds to their winning streak but also showcases their defensive prowess.
In a commanding performance, Podgorica’s team secured their seventh victory in the ABA league, demonstrating a stark improvement from their previous encounter with Ilirija earlier this season. Under the guidance of coach Andrej Žakelj, all 12 players were utilized, with only Skylar Mays failing to score.
Budućnost’s defense was formidable, allowing Ilirija a mere four points during the first half of the opening quarter. This early dominance handed them an 8-point lead (12-4), before a quick response from Ilirija narrowed the gap. However, the visitors quickly regained control, culminating in a 14-point advantage (21-7) within the first quarter, thanks to a fast break by Đorđije Jovanović.
Throughout the match, Budućnost outperformed Ilirija in shooting accuracy, particularly from the three-point line, where they hit 37.5% compared to Ilirija’s 27.3%. Despite conceding more rebounds (38-34) by the final whistle, Budućnost exhibited better overall teamwork with 13 assists to Ilirija’s 7.
Ilirija, bolstered by former NBA player Boban Marjanović, struggled to make a significant impact, remaining at two wins for the season following this defeat. The game highlighted Budućnost’s strategic execution, with coach Žakelj calling critical timeouts to maintain focus and momentum.
Looking ahead, Budućnost will host Beč on December 22, 2023, where they aim to continue their successful run. Fans and analysts are eagerly anticipating how this victory will influence their upcoming Eurocup challenge in Trento.
Stay tuned for further updates as Budućnost Voli prepares for their next challenge, building on this strong performance against Ilirija.
