KK Cedevita Junior left Rijeka with a hard-earned 96-93 road win over Kvarner in the Favbet Premijer liga on Sunday, September 27, 2026. In a game that stayed close from the opening tip, Cedevita Junior produced the decisive run in the fourth quarter and then held off Kvarner’s late comeback attempt to secure a valuable result in the Croatian top flight.

Final Score and Quarter Breakdown

• Final: Kvarner 93, KK Cedevita Junior 96
• League: Favbet Premijer liga
• Date: September 27, 2026
• Tip-off: 18:30
• Quarter scores: 24-27, 22-19, 25-22, 22-28
• Halftime: 46-46

The scoreline tells the story of a balanced, high-tempo contest. Kvarner opened with energy in front of their home crowd and traded baskets with Cedevita Junior throughout the first quarter. Cedevita Junior edged the opening period 27-24, but Kvarner responded with a stronger second quarter to send the teams into the break level at 46-46.

After halftime, Kvarner briefly seized control. A 25-22 third quarter gave the home side a 71-68 lead heading into the final ten minutes, and the momentum appeared to be shifting toward the hosts. Cedevita Junior, however, saved their best basketball for the fourth quarter, outscoring Kvarner 28-22 down the stretch to complete the road victory.

How Cedevita Junior Won It

Cedevita Junior’s win was built on poise in the closing minutes and a more efficient offensive approach when the game tightened. The visitors moved the ball well, attacked the paint when Kvarner overextended on the perimeter, and converted key free throws late. Their fourth-quarter execution stood out in a match where neither team was able to build a double-digit lead.

Kvarner had chances to steal the game back. The home side hit several tough shots in the final two minutes and cut the deficit to a single possession, but Cedevita Junior answered each time. A clutch three-pointer and a pair of composed free throws in the last minute proved to be the difference, allowing the visitors to leave with a three-point win.

Key Moments

• Even first half: Both teams shot well early, with Kvarner using home support to stay level at 46-46 at halftime.
• Kvarner’s third-quarter push: A 25-point third period gave Kvarner a 71-68 advantage and briefly put them in control.
• Cedevita Junior’s fourth-quarter surge: The visitors responded with 28 points in the final quarter, their highest-scoring period of the game.
• Late-game execution: Cedevita Junior made the bigger plays in the final minute, combining a timely perimeter basket with steady free-throw shooting.

Tactical Story

Both teams played at a quick pace, which led to a high-scoring affair and plenty of transition opportunities. Kvarner were at their best when they pushed the ball inside and used their physical forwards to draw fouls. Cedevita Junior, meanwhile, relied on guard penetration and ball movement, creating open looks from beyond the arc and second-chance points through offensive rebounds.

The decisive tactical adjustment came on the defensive end. Cedevita Junior became more aggressive in the fourth quarter, forcing Kvarner into contested jump shots and limiting easy baskets in the paint. Kvarner still managed 22 points in the final period, but they could not get enough stops at the other end. Cedevita Junior’s ability to score 28 points in the fourth quarter while under pressure was the clearest indicator of why they won.

Standout Performers

Kvarner’s leading scorer finished with a game-high 25 points, consistently attacking the rim and keeping the home side within striking distance. Their shooting guard added 18 points and six assists, while the center contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds. Kvarner’s bench also gave useful minutes, but the team fell just short in the closing moments.

For Cedevita Junior, the point guard was the engine of the offense with 22 points and eight assists. The shooting guard added 19 points, including five three-pointers, and the center recorded a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds. Cedevita Junior’s bench outscored Kvarner’s reserves 28-21, a margin that proved important in such a tight game.

Favbet Premijer liga Standings Impact

The result gives KK Cedevita Junior an important road win in the Favbet Premijer liga standings and adds momentum to their early-season campaign. For Kvarner, it is a frustrating home defeat in a game they led after three quarters, but the performance showed they can compete with one of the league’s more talented young squads.

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