KK Madzari edged out KK TFT Skopje 71–69 in a tense Macedonian First League encounter on 13 May 2026, a result that keeps Madzari’s playoff hopes alive while dealing a blow to TFT Skopje’s push for a top-four finish.

Match Overview

Playing on home court, KK Madzari dug deep in the final quarter to secure a two-point victory over a visiting TFT Skopje side that had won four of its previous five outings. The contest was decided in the closing seconds, with Madzari’s defense forcing a turnover on TFT Skopje’s potential game-winning possession.

Key Moments

• First Half Balance: Both teams traded baskets through the first two quarters, with TFT Skopje taking a 36–34 lead into the halftime break.
• Third Quarter Surge: Madzari came out strong after the interval, using a 10–2 run to build a six-point cushion. TFT Skopje responded with a three-pointer just before the buzzer to cut the deficit to 55–54.
• Clutch Defense: With 20 seconds left and Madzari leading 71–69, TFT Skopje inbounded with a chance to tie or win. Madzari’s stifling man-to-man defense forced a bad pass that was intercepted, sealing the victory.

Standout Players

For the home side, point guard Dimitrija Jovanovski finished with a game-high 22 points, including two crucial free throws in the final minute. Forward Marko Simonovski added 14 points and 8 rebounds, anchoring the paint on both ends. TFT Skopje was led by Boris Petrov who poured in 18 points, but Madzari’s late defensive adjustments limited his scoring in the decisive stretch.

Table Impact

With the win, KK Madzari improves to 12–14 on the season, moving into a tie for sixth place in the Macedonian First League standings. TFT Skopje drops to 16–10, slipping to fourth, just one game ahead of a logjam of playoff contenders. The result tightens the race for the final postseason spots with only six games remaining.