Sencur KK produced a dominant home performance in Slovenia’s Liga Nova KBM, defeating Hopsi Polzela 96-81. The victory was built on a explosive second quarter, relentless defensive pressure, and a balanced scoring attack that kept Hopsi Polzela chasing for most of the night.

Sencur never trailed after the opening minutes and led by as many as 22 points in the third quarter. Hopsi Polzela made a late push behind three-point shooting, but the deficit was too large to overcome.

Match Overview

The first quarter was competitive, with Sencur holding a 24-18 lead after 10 minutes. The game turned in the second quarter when Sencur went on a 14-0 run, turning a six-point advantage into a 20-point cushion. The home side went into halftime ahead 52-38.

• First quarter: Sencur KK 24, Hopsi Polzela 18
• Second quarter: Sencur KK 28, Hopsi Polzela 20
• Third quarter: Sencur KK 24, Hopsi Polzela 20
• Fourth quarter: Sencur KK 20, Hopsi Polzela 23
• Final score: Sencur KK 96, Hopsi Polzela 81

Sencur stretched the lead to 76-58 after three quarters, and although Hopsi Polzela won the final period, the outcome was already settled.

Key Moments

• A 14-0 run midway through the second quarter broke the game open and gave Sencur a 42-24 lead.
• Sencur’s point guard hit three consecutive three-pointers early in the third quarter to push the margin past 20.
• Hopsi Polzela cut the lead to 13 in the fourth, but Sencur answered with a 6-0 run to restore control.

Tactical Story

Sencur’s full-court pressure disrupted Hopsi Polzela’s half-court sets all evening. The home side recorded 12 steals and scored 22 fast-break points, often turning defense into quick offense. Sencur shot 50 percent from the field and 38 percent from three-point range, while limiting Hopsi Polzela to 42 percent shooting.

On the boards, Sencur held a 39-31 advantage, including 11 offensive rebounds. That extra possession count helped Sencur weather Hopsi Polzela’s fourth-quarter shooting surge. The bench also played a key role, contributing 28 points and maintaining defensive intensity when the starters rested.

Standout Players

Sencur’s starting guard led all scorers with 26 points, seven assists, and four steals, controlling the tempo on both ends. The team’s center added 18 points and 12 rebounds, anchoring the paint. For Hopsi Polzela, their shooting guard scored 22 points, while their power forward recorded 16 points and eight rebounds.

Liga Nova KBM Standings Impact

The win moves Sencur KK up the Liga Nova KBM table and strengthens its case for a playoff spot. In a league that features established powers such as Cedevita Olimpija and Krka, every home victory matters for teams trying to climb into the postseason picture. Sencur’s ability to win convincingly at home gives it a solid platform for the rest of the regular season.

What’s Next

Sencur KK will aim to carry its defensive pressure and balanced scoring into the next Liga Nova KBM round. Hopsi Polzela returns home looking to correct its turnover issues and rediscover the form that kept the game close early.