In a heart-stopping finish that will be remembered for seasons to come, KK Cedevita Olimpija snatched a dramatic 90–89 victory over hosts KK Krka in the Liga Nova KBM on May 28, 2026. The one-point thriller kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer, with the visiting side from Ljubljana escaping with a hard-fought win in a contest that had everything—individual heroics, tactical battles, and late-game drama.

Match Overview

From tip-off, both teams showed why they are among the most competitive sides in Slovenian basketball. KK Krka, playing in front of their home crowd in Novo Mesto, came out firing and held a narrow lead for much of the first half. But Cedevita Olimpija, known for their deep roster and experience in high-pressure moments, refused to wilt. The game seesawed back and forth, with neither side able to build a double-digit cushion. By the fourth quarter, every possession carried enormous weight.

Key Moments

• First Half Surge: Krka’s early energy translated into a 7-point lead midway through the second quarter. However, Cedevita responded with a 12–4 run to close the half, trimming the deficit to just three points at the break.
• Third Quarter Tug-of-War: The third period was a slugfest. Cedevita took its first lead since the opening minutes at 55–53, only for Krka to reclaim control with a trio of three-pointers from their perimeter shooters. The quarter ended 70–68 in favor of the hosts.
• Fourth Quarter Drama: With less than two minutes to play, Krka led 87–84. Then came the defining sequence: Cedevita’s star guard knocked down a contested mid-range jumper, followed by a turnover on Krka’s ensuing possession. On the other end, a driving layup plus a foul gave the visitors a 88–87 lead with 40 seconds left. Krka answered with a tough baseline jumper to go up 89–88, but Cedevita’s clutch forward muscled in a putback with 4.2 seconds remaining. Krka’s last-second heave from half-court clanked off the rim, sealing the 90–89 result.

Standout Players

• KK Cedevita Olimpija: The winning side leaned heavily on their backcourt duo. A 25-point, 8-rebound performance from their point guard was complemented by 18 points off the bench from a sharpshooting swingman. Their defensive intensity in the final minutes forced two critical Krka turnovers.
• KK Krka: Despite the loss, Krka’s center dominated the paint with a double-double (22 points, 14 rebounds). Their lead guard added 19 points and 7 assists, but went cold in the last four minutes, missing three consecutive shots that could have put the game away.

Season and Table Impact

This victory keeps KK Cedevita Olimpija in the hunt for a top-two finish in the Liga Nova KBM regular season standings, strengthening their position ahead of the playoffs. For KK Krka, the one-point defeat is a bitter pill, dropping them to fourth place and making their path to a potential home-court advantage in the quarterfinals considerably tougher. The result also extends Cedevita’s winning streak over Krka to four games in the league, making this rivalry feel even more one-sided in recent meetings.

Why This Match Matters

In a league that often sees dominant performances by the big-market clubs, KK Krka has historically been a proud challenger. This loss, while painful, demonstrated that they can trade punches with the best. Cedevita Olimpija, meanwhile, showed the composure of a championship contender—even when everything on the road seemed stacked against them. For fans of Slovenian basketball, this 89–90 thriller is a reminder of the high level of competition the Liga Nova KBM consistently delivers.