San Pablo Burgos opened their EuroCup Basketball campaign with a hard-fought 85-81 home victory over KK Cedevita Olimpija on October 1, 2026, using a balanced scoring attack and a composed finish down the stretch to secure the win at Coliseum Burgos. The final score reflects just how tight the contest was, but Burgos made the bigger plays in the closing minutes to protect home court and start the competition on a positive note.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, the game had the feel of a European cup battle rather than an early-season fixture. San Pablo Burgos controlled the paint early, while KK Cedevita Olimpija answered with perimeter shooting and transition offense. Neither team managed to build a double-digit cushion for long, and the lead changed hands multiple times before the hosts finally created just enough separation in the fourth quarter.

The win gives Burgos an important early result in the EuroCup Basketball regular season standings, while Cedevita Olimpija leave Spain with a narrow defeat but plenty of encouraging signs from their offensive balance.

Quarter-by-Quarter Flow

• First quarter: San Pablo Burgos 23-19 KK Cedevita Olimpija
• Second quarter: San Pablo Burgos 20-22 KK Cedevita Olimpija
• Third quarter: San Pablo Burgos 21-18 KK Cedevita Olimpija
• Fourth quarter: San Pablo Burgos 21-22 KK Cedevita Olimpija
• Final score: San Pablo Burgos 85-81 KK Cedevita Olimpija

Burgos led 43-41 at halftime after a fast-paced first half. The Spanish side extended its advantage slightly in the third quarter, taking a 64-59 lead into the final period. Cedevita Olimpija refused to go away, cutting the deficit to one possession several times, but Burgos found answers at the free-throw line and on the offensive glass.

Key Moments

The decisive stretch came in the final three minutes. With Burgos clinging to a 78-77 lead, their defense forced a pair of difficult Cedevita attempts, and the offense responded with a timely three-pointer from the wing. That basket pushed the margin to four and forced the visitors to chase the game. Cedevita answered with a quick score inside, but Burgos closed the door with two free throws and a final defensive rebound in the last 20 seconds.

Those late possessions highlighted the difference between the teams: Burgos stayed organized under pressure, while Cedevita’s half-court execution became predictable as the clock wound down.

Tactical Story

San Pablo Burgos built their win on interior efficiency and second-chance opportunities. They finished with a 42-32 advantage in points in the paint and converted 14 offensive rebounds into 14 second-chance points. That inside presence forced Cedevita Olimpija to collapse its defense, which in turn opened up kick-out three-pointers for Burgos guards.

KK Cedevita Olimpija stayed in the game thanks to their three-point shooting, knocking down 11 triples. However, they struggled to contain Burgos on the boards and left points at the free-throw line, finishing 10-of-16 from the stripe compared to Burgos’ 19-of-23. In a four-point game, those margins mattered.

Standout Players

San Pablo Burgos:

• Vitor Benite led the scoring with 20 points, including four three-pointers, and hit the biggest shot of the fourth quarter.
• Jasiel Rivero added 17 points and 9 rebounds, consistently winning physical battles near the rim.
• Alex Renfroe finished with 12 points and 8 assists, controlling the tempo and making smart decisions late.
• Dejan Kravić contributed 10 points and 7 rebounds, giving Burgos a reliable interior presence on both ends.

KK Cedevita Olimpija:

• Jaka Blažič scored 19 points and added 5 rebounds and 4 assists, keeping the Slovenian side competitive throughout.
• Yogi Ferrell chipped in 16 points and 5 assists, using his speed to break down the Burgos defense.
• Edo Murić had 14 points and 6 rebounds, providing energy and versatility on the wing.

What the Result Means

The victory moves San Pablo Burgos to 1-0 in the EuroCup Basketball regular season and gives them an early edge in the head-to-head race with KK Cedevita Olimpija. In a competition where point differential and head-to-head results often decide playoff seeding, holding serve at home against a direct rival is a valuable first step.

For Cedevita Olimpija, the loss drops them to 0-1, but the performance showed they can compete on the road in a hostile environment. They will look to correct their rebounding and free-throw is