Ulsan Mobis Phoebus beat Busan KCC Egis 96-89 in a high-scoring Korean Basketball League clash, using a decisive fourth-quarter run to pull away in a game defined by pace and perimeter execution.

Game overview

Both teams came out with an aggressive offensive approach, and the first half felt more like a track meet than a half-court battle. Ulsan Mobis Phoebus and Busan KCC Egis traded runs throughout, but the hosts found an extra gear late.

The 96-89 final score reflected the game’s tempo. Neither defense was able to fully impose itself for long stretches, but Ulsan’s ability to create cleaner looks in the final period made the difference.

How the game turned

Busan KCC Egis stayed close for three quarters thanks to timely three-point shooting and strong guard play. But Ulsan opened the fourth quarter with a run built on defensive stops and quick transition baskets, forcing Busan to chase the game.

The hosts’ ball movement was sharper in the closing minutes, and they repeatedly found open shooters against a Busan defense that was a step slow in rotation. Clutch free throws then protected the lead down the stretch.

Tactical story

Ulsan’s offense was at its best when pushing the pace. Their guards attacked early in the shot clock, generating open corner threes and driving lanes. When Busan tried to slow the game down, Ulsan responded with patient possessions and interior scoring.

Busan KCC Egis matched Ulsan for much of the night with their own shot-making, but their defense struggled to contain dribble penetration. That forced help rotations, which in turn opened up Ulsan’s perimeter attack.

Standout performers

Ulsan’s backcourt set the tone, controlling tempo and making plays in the fourth quarter. Their frontcourt also contributed important minutes on the boards, giving the hosts extra possessions in a game where every run mattered.

Busan’s guards kept the visitors in contention with tough shot-making, while their big men worked hard inside. However, the defensive breakdowns in the final period proved costly.

League impact

The win is a meaningful one in the Korean Basketball League standings, giving Ulsan Mobis Phoebus momentum and a useful result against a direct competitor. It also underlines their ability to close games when the pace accelerates.

For Busan KCC Egis, the loss is a reminder that defensive consistency will be essential in a tightly contested KBL season. They showed enough offensive firepower to compete, but the final quarter decided the outcome.