Radnicki Kragujevac Hold Off Kolubara 93-88 in Serbian League Thriller

Radnicki Kragujevac survived a high-scoring battle with Kolubara on October 18, 2026, winning 93-88 in the Serbia Basketball League. The home side used a decisive third-quarter run to build a cushion, then made the crucial plays in the final two minutes to deny Kolubara a late comeback.

Both teams shot the ball well, but Radnicki’s ability to control the paint and get to the free-throw line proved decisive in a game that was tied at halftime.

Match overview

The first half was an entertaining, up-tempo affair. Radnicki led 24-22 after the first quarter, but Kolubara responded with a strong second period to level the score at 45-45 at the break. Neither defense was able to impose itself consistently, and both teams found good rhythm from the perimeter.

The third quarter changed the game. Radnicki opened with a 10-3 run and outscored Kolubara 25-19 in the period to take a 70-64 lead into the fourth. Kolubara fought back, cutting the deficit to three on two occasions, but Radnicki always had an answer.

Key moments

With the score 84-81 and under three minutes remaining, Radnicki forced a contested miss and converted a fast-break layup. After a Kolubara turnover, Radnicki’s point guard knocked down a pull-up jumper to push the lead to seven. Kolubara hit a late three to make it 91-88, but Radnicki closed the game at the free-throw line.

Standout performers

• Nikola Jovanovic led Radnicki Kragujevac with 27 points and 10 rebounds, dominating inside.
• Stefan Markovic added 20 points and seven assists, controlling the tempo in the second half.
• Milos Petrovic scored 25 points for Kolubara, but his effort came in a losing cause.

Season impact

The win strengthens Radnicki Kragujevac’s position in the Serbia Basketball League standings and gives them momentum ahead of their next fixtures. Kolubara will take encouragement from their fighting spirit but will rue a third quarter in which their defense allowed too many easy looks.

Radnicki’s balance between inside scoring and perimeter play makes them a dangerous opponent, while Kolubara must tighten up defensively if they are to turn close defeats into victories.