Basketbol Brno secured a hard-fought 86–81 victory over BK Decin in a thrilling Narodni Basketbalova Liga encounter on May 8, 2026. The visitors overturned a spirited home performance to claim a crucial road win, further strengthening their position in the league standings.

Match Overview

Playing in front of a passionate Decin crowd, BK Decin started with intensity and led for much of the first half. However, Brno’s disciplined defense and timely shooting in the second half turned the tide. The final quarter saw multiple lead changes before Brno pulled away in the closing minutes, securing a five-point win.

Key Moments

• First half dominance by Decin: The home team built a 44–38 lead at halftime, capitalizing on fast-break opportunities and strong inside scoring.
• Brno’s third-quarter surge: A 28–18 run in the third period erased Decin’s advantage and gave Brno a 66–62 lead heading into the final frame.
• Clutch finishing: With the score tied at 81–81 inside the last two minutes, Brno scored five unanswered points – a three-pointer and a layup off a steal – to seal the game.

Standout Players

For Basketbol Brno: The backcourt duo combined for 45 points, with point guard Tomas Novak leading all scorers with 22 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds. Forward Marek Prochazka added 18 points and 9 rebounds, proving crucial on both ends.

For BK Decin: Center Lukas Svoboda posted a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while guard Jakub Horak contributed 17 points and 5 assists. Despite their efforts, Decin struggled to contain Brno’s perimeter shooting in the second half.

Impact on the Standings

The victory pushed Basketbol Brno to a 22–7 record, keeping them firmly in the top three of the Narodni Basketbalova Liga. For BK Decin, the loss dropped them to 16–13, placing them in a logjam of teams fighting for playoff positioning. With only a handful of games remaining, every result carries significant weight.

Post-Match Reaction

Brno head coach Pavel Kolar praised his team’s resilience: “We knew Decin would come out strong at home. Our focus was to stay composed and execute our game plan in the second half. The guys showed great character to finish the game.”

Decin’s coach, Radek Novotny, lamented missed opportunities: “We had control but let it slip. Against a team like Brno, you can’t afford lapses. We need to learn from this and bounce back quickly.”