Joensuun Kataja edged KTP Basket 77-74 in a closely fought Korisliiga match on October 3, 2025. The narrow road victory gave Kataja a positive start to their season campaign, secured through clutch play in the final moments. The game was tightly contested throughout, with neither team able to establish a double-digit lead. KTP Basket relied on their strong home crowd and interior scoring to keep pace. The fourth quarter saw multiple lead changes, with Kataja finally gaining separation in the last two minutes through a combination of defensive stops and efficient free-throw shooting. KTP had a chance to tie the game with a three-pointer at the buzzer, but the shot missed, handing Kataja the three-point win. This head-to-head result provides early momentum for Joensuun Kataja in the league standings.