USK Prague edged Lokomotiva Plzen 84-81 in a thrilling Narodni Basketbalova Liga road game on October 1, 2026. The contest came down to the final possession, with USK Prague making just enough plays down the stretch to remain unbeaten and hand Lokomotiva Plzen a narrow home defeat.

Match Overview

The game was a back-and-forth affair from the opening tip. Lokomotiva Plzen fed off its home crowd, hitting tough shots early and building a small first-quarter lead. USK Prague responded with balanced scoring and aggressive defense, setting up a tense finish. Neither team led by more than seven points at any stage.

• First quarter: Lokomotiva Plzen 22, USK Prague 20
• Second quarter: Lokomotiva Plzen 18, USK Prague 22
• Third quarter: Lokomotiva Plzen 20, USK Prague 22
• Fourth quarter: Lokomotiva Plzen 21, USK Prague 20
• Final score: Lokomotiva Plzen 81, USK Prague 84

Final-Minute Drama

With 1:12 remaining, USK Prague led 80-77 after a Ondřej Sehnal pull-up jumper. Lokomotiva Plzen answered with a quick basket inside to cut it to one. On the next possession, USK’s Tomáš Křivánek hit a contested floater to push the lead back to three. Plzen had a chance to tie in the final seconds, but a three-pointer from the wing rimmed out, and USK secured the rebound to close the game.

The win was built on USK’s efficiency in the half court. The visitors shot 51% from the field and committed only 9 turnovers, compared to 14 for Lokomotiva Plzen. USK also made 18-of-22 free throws, a critical advantage in a game decided by three points.

Standout Performers

Ondřej Sehnal led USK Prague with 23 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds. He was the primary playmaker in the fourth quarter and consistently broke down Plzen’s defense off the dribble. Tomáš Křivánek added 16 points and 7 rebounds, while Vojtěch Hanzlík chipped in 13 points.

For Lokomotiva Plzen, Tomáš Toman scored 19 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Jiří Welsch added 15 points, and Pavel Novák finished with 12 points and 6 assists. Plzen fought hard on the glass, winning the rebound battle 38-34, but costly turnovers in the final quarter proved decisive.

What the Result Means

USK Prague continues to build momentum in the Narodni Basketbalova Liga, showing poise in a difficult road environment. The team’s ability to execute late in close games will be a major asset this season. For Lokomotiva Plzen, the loss is a tough one, but the performance proves they can compete with the league’s top teams. They will look to convert that effort into wins in the coming rounds.