Minyor 2015 won a fast-paced Bulgarian National Basketball League thriller on October 24, 2026, defeating Beroe 110-104 at home after trading scoring runs throughout the second half.

Match overview

Minyor started quickly and led 27-24 after the first quarter, then produced a 30-point second period to take a 57-50 halftime advantage. Beroe responded after the break, winning the third quarter 28-25 to cut the lead to 82-78, but Minyor held its composure in the fourth and made the necessary free throws down the stretch.

Key moments

• Minyor’s 30-point second quarter gave the hosts their largest cushion of the game.
• Beroe opened the third quarter with a 10-0 run, turning a double-digit deficit into a single-possession game.
• Minyor answered with an 8-0 burst early in the fourth to regain control.
• Beroe cut the lead to three in the final minute, but Minyor converted key free throws to close it out.

Tactical story

This was a game defined by pace. Both teams pushed the ball in transition and looked comfortable in high-possession basketball. Minyor’s advantage came on the glass and at the free-throw line, where it generated extra scoring opportunities. Beroe shot well from the perimeter and kept the pressure on, but defensive breakdowns in the second quarter left it chasing the game.

Standout players

Aleksandar Ivanov led Minyor with 28 points and seven rebounds, while Dimitar Petrov added 22 points and nine assists. Georgi Rusev chipped in 17 points. For Beroe, Tihomir Zhelev scored 26 points, and Veselin Marinov finished with 20 points and six rebounds.

Season impact

The win strengthens Minyor’s home record and gives the club momentum in the Bulgarian NBL standings. Beroe leaves with a frustrating loss after a strong offensive performance, but the defeat highlights the defensive adjustments it must make in high-scoring matchups.