The Serbian team Spartak Subotica continued their strong start in the Basketball Champions League, defeating Benfica with a final score of 90-74. This victory keeps Spartak’s record perfect in the second round of the tournament, showing their excellent form early in the season.
💪 Spartak’s Dominant First Half
Spartak set the tone for the game with a fantastic first half, building a solid 13-point lead of 48-35 by halftime. Although Benfica made several attempts to close the gap in the second half, Spartak consistently had an answer, maintaining control of the game and securing a comfortable win.
🔥 Standout Player Performances
Newcomer Igor Drobnjak proved to be a key addition for Spartak, leading the team with an impressive 19 points and seven assists. Other key players also stepped up, with Olivier Hanlan scoring 17 points and Shevon Thompson adding 16 points and nine rebounds. For Benfica, Geno Crandall was the top scorer with 17 points, while Justice Sueing contributed 14 points.
📈 What’s Next for Both Teams
With this win, Spartak improves to a 2-0 record and will look to continue their winning streak when they host Gran Canaria in the next round. On the other hand, Benfica falls to an 0-2 record and will be hoping to get their first win when they play an away game against Le Mans.
