Kvarner secured an important 91-81 road win over Dubrovnik in the Favbet Premijer liga, using a strong second half to pull away in a competitive Adriatic matchup. The visitors trailed briefly in the opening quarter but took control before halftime and protected their advantage with composed execution down the stretch. Dubrovnik stayed within striking distance for much of the night, but Kvarner’s rebounding and timely three-point shooting made the difference.

Match overview

The first quarter was tight, with Kvarner taking a 25-22 lead after ten minutes. Dubrovnik responded in the second period and briefly edged ahead, but Kvarner closed the half on a 7-0 run to lead 47-43. The third quarter proved decisive: Kvarner opened with a 10-2 burst and pushed the lead to 70-61 by the end of the period. Dubrovnik made one final push in the fourth, cutting the deficit to six, but Kvarner answered with consecutive baskets and sealed the win at the free-throw line.

Key moments

The game’s turning point came midway through the third quarter, when Kvarner’s defense forced three straight turnovers and converted them into easy transition points. That sequence turned a four-point lead into a double-digit cushion. Dubrovnik had a chance to make it a one-possession game with under three minutes remaining, but a missed three-pointer and an offensive foul ended their comeback hopes.

Tactical story

Kvarner controlled the glass, finishing with a 38-29 rebounding advantage, including 12 offensive boards that led to second-chance points. Their half-court defense also limited Dubrovnik’s inside scoring, forcing the hosts into contested perimeter shots. Dubrovnik shot well from the free-throw line but struggled to contain Kvarner’s pick-and-roll attack, which repeatedly created open looks for guards and shooters.

Standout players

• Luka Marin (Kvarner): 24 points, 6 assists and 3 steals, directing the offense with poise.
• Ivan Perić (Kvarner): 17 points and 12 rebounds, anchoring the paint on both ends.
• Nikša Radić (Dubrovnik): 21 points and 7 rebounds, keeping the hosts in contention.
• Marko Vuković (Dubrovnik): 14 points, including three three-pointers in the second half.

Season impact

Kvarner’s victory boosts their standing in the Favbet Premijer liga and adds a valuable road result to their résumé. Dubrovnik remain competitive but will rue missed opportunities in the third quarter. The result underlines Kvarner’s ability to close out tight games, while Dubrovnik must improve their rebounding and late-game execution if they are to climb the table.