Borac Zemun Takes Down KK Radnicki 77-67 in Club Friendship Clash

Borac Zemun produced a controlled and physical performance on home hardwood, defeating KK Radnicki 77-67 in a Club Friendship league matchup on September 19, 2026. The hosts led for most of the evening, built their advantage with a strong second quarter, and answered every Radnicki comeback attempt in the fourth to close out a valuable ten-point win.

The final score of 77-67 reflects a game that was competitive in stretches but largely dictated by Borac Zemun’s interior play, rebounding, and ability to generate clean looks in the half court. KK Radnicki stayed within striking distance through timely three-point shooting, but could not string together enough stops when the game tightened late.

Match Overview: Quarter-by-Quarter Control

Borac Zemun opened with purpose, moving the ball inside early and forcing KK Radnicki into contested jump shots. The first quarter ended 18-15 in favor of the home side, with Borac Zemun’s frontcourt setting the tone on both ends. Radnicki’s guards kept the visitors close, but the early foul trouble for their big men allowed Borac Zemun to attack the rim repeatedly.

The second quarter proved decisive. Borac Zemun outscored KK Radnicki 22-17 in the period, pushing the halftime lead to 40-32. The run was fueled by transition baskets and second-chance points, as the home team won the rebounding battle and limited Radnicki to one-shot possessions. By the break, Borac Zemun had established a working margin and the momentum.

KK Radnicki responded in the third quarter with better ball movement and a more aggressive approach on the offensive glass. A quick 7-2 run early in the period trimmed the deficit to single digits and forced Borac Zemun into a timeout. However, the hosts closed the third quarter with a 9-2 surge of their own, taking a 59-48 lead into the final ten minutes.

The fourth quarter saw KK Radnicki make one last push. A pair of three-pointers brought the visitors within five points with just over six minutes remaining, but Borac Zemun answered with an 8-0 run that effectively sealed the result. From there, the home team managed the clock, knocked down free throws, and kept Radnicki at arm’s length to finish with the 77-67 victory.

Key Moments That Decided the Game

• Opening statement: Borac Zemun scored the first eight points of the game, forcing KK Radnicki to play from behind almost immediately.
• Second-quarter separation: A 10-2 run midway through the second period turned a three-point lead into a double-digit advantage at 34-24.
• Radnicki’s third-quarter surge: KK Radnicki cut the lead to 48-44 before Borac Zemun closed the quarter with a decisive 11-4 stretch.
• Fourth-quarter dagger: After Radnicki made it a five-point game, Borac Zemun responded with eight unanswered points, capped by a corner three and a fast-break layup.

Tactical Story: Inside-Out Basketball and Rebounding Edge

Borac Zemun’s game plan was clear from the opening tip: establish the paint, then play inside-out. The hosts repeatedly fed their big men on the block, forcing KK Radnicki to collapse its defense. That attention created open looks on the perimeter and driving lanes for cutters. Borac Zemun finished with a balanced scoring attack, with four players reaching double figures.

Defensively, Borac Zemun mixed man-to-man and a compact zone that clogged the middle. KK Radnicki had success from beyond the arc, hitting nine three-pointers, but struggled to score consistently inside. The visitors were also hurt by turnovers, committing 16 as a team, which led to 17 transition points for Borac Zemun.

The rebounding numbers told a similar story. Borac Zemun held a 42-34 advantage on the boards, including 12 offensive rebounds that produced 15 second-chance points. KK Radnicki’s centers battled foul trouble throughout, and the lack of interior depth became more pronounced as the game wore on.

Standout Players

Luka Petrović was the engine for Borac Zemun, finishing with a game-high 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. He scored at all three levels and made several key plays in the fourth quarter when Radnicki threatened to make it a one-possession game. His pull-up jumper with 4:12 remaining pushed the lead back to nine and took the air out of the visitors’ comeback.

Nikola Jovanović delivered a dominant double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds, controlling the paint on both ends. He altered numerous shots and gave Borac Zemun a reliable post presence that KK Radnicki never fully solved. Marko Ilić added 14 points, including three three-pointers, while guard Stefan Đurić chipped in 9 points and 6 assists with only one tu