EuroLeague News: Zvezda’s “Road Warriors” Rewrite the Record Books in Historic Away Sweep

EuroLeague News: Zvezda’s “Road Warriors” Rewrite the Record Books in Historic Away Sweep

BELGRADE – January 25, 2026 – In a week that will be etched into the annals of Serbian basketball history, KK Crvena zvezda Meridianbet has officially earned the moniker “The Road Warriors.” By dismantling Virtus Bologna 102–93 on Friday night, the Belgrade powerhouse completed an unprecedented EuroLeague road sweep, winning three consecutive away games while scoring over 100 points in each—a feat rarely seen in the modern era of European basketball.

The streak began in Milan with a 104–96 comeback, followed by a gritty 100–96 overtime thriller in Monaco, and culminated in the masterclass at the Segafredo Arena in Bologna.

A Masterclass in Bologna

Zvezda didn’t just win in Italy; they dominated. The team set a new club record by pouring in 82 points in the first three quarters alone, eclipsing a mark that had stood since 2019.

The offense was the definition of “total basketball,” featuring seven players in double digits—another first for the club in EuroLeague play. Jared Butler led the charge with 16 points, while Jordan Nwora (15 points) sparked the early fire with three consecutive triples in the opening minutes.

The Numbers Behind the Run

Coach Saša Obradović’s squad has undergone a radical offensive evolution. Before this stretch, Zvezda had scored 100+ points only six times in 339 EuroLeague games. They have now matched half of that total in just nine days.

• The Triumvirate of Centuries:

  • Jan 15: 104–96 vs. EA7 Emporio Armani Milan

  • Jan 20: 100–96 vs. AS Monaco (OT)

  • Jan 23: 102–93 vs. Virtus Segafredo Bologna

“This is what happens when you stick together and keep believing,” said guard Codi Miller-McIntyre, who has been the engine of the offense, recording 7 assists in Milan and 11 in Monaco.

Playoff Picture Intensifies

With these three wins, Crvena zvezda has surged to a 14–10 record, firmly entrenching themselves in the playoff hunt. The “Road Warrior” mentality has given them a three-win cushion over Virtus Bologna and shifted the momentum of their entire season after a difficult December.

The team now returns to the Belgrade Arena for a highly anticipated clash against Dubai Basketball on January 30, where the “Delije” are expected to provide a hero’s welcome for Europe’s most dangerous road team.