Zvezda Shuts Down Hapoel in Belgrade: 5th Straight EuroLeague Win

BELGRADE – In a display of defensive mastery that ignited the Belgrade Arena, Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet secured their fifth consecutive EuroLeague victory, defeating Hapoel Tel Aviv 87–75 on Tuesday night.

The contest was a tale of two halves, but it was the fourth quarter that will be remembered by the 18,536 fans in attendance. After trailing 62–69 entering the final frame, Zvezda’s defense transformed into an impenetrable wall, holding the visitors to a staggering 6 points over the final ten minutes.

The Jordan Nwora Show

While the defense set the stage, Jordan Nwora provided the fireworks. The forward delivered a clutch performance, scoring 9 of his game-high 22 points in the fourth quarter. His clinical shooting and ability to create space under pressure earned him “MVP” chants from the “Delije” faithful.

Support came from Jared Butler, who remained a constant threat with 17 points, and Codi Miller-McIntyre, who flirted with a double-double, finishing with 10 points and 9 assists.

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A Milestone for the Maestro

The night held historical significance beyond the win. With a crucial three-pointer in the second half, veteran leader Nikola Kalinić officially surpassed the 3,000 career points mark in the EuroLeague. Kalinić, a cornerstone of the club’s recent successes, was honored with a standing ovation as the milestone appeared on the big screen.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Total
Crvena Zvezda	25	24	13	25	87
Hapoel Tel Aviv	21	24	24	6	75

What’s Next?

The win propels Zvezda to a 16–10 record, firmly entrenching them in the play-off hunt as they sit in 7th place. The team will look to extend their streak this Friday when they face another tough test against Maccabi Tel Aviv.