By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net
Making their EuroLeague debut, Dubai secured a historic first win.
Jurica Golemac’s side defeated Partizan at the Coca-Cola Arena 89–76, sending a message to Europe that they mean business.
Davis Bertans, who scored 20 points, including 5-of-7 from beyond the arc, led Dubai in scoring.
Dzanan Musa was outstanding with 19 points, five assists, and four rebounds. Mfiondu Kabengele added 15 points and five boards, while Filip Petrušev came close to a double-double with 14 points and eight rebounds. Dwayne Bacon also reached double figures with 11 points.
Totally in control
Dubai started the game on a high note, shooting exceptionally, gaining a double-digit lead already in the first quarter, and even extending it to 14 points in the second period.
Partizan managed to catch up and even tied the score at the start of the third period, but Dubai responded strongly, regained control of the game, and never looked back.
A few minutes into the fourth period, the hosts even reached a 20-point lead, putting an end to the contest for the Belgrade team, which only managed to trim the deficit in the final minutes.
For Partizan, Tyrique Jones led the way with 13 points and six rebounds, while Dylan Osetkowski added 12 points. Jabari Parker contributed 11, and Shake Milton finished with 10 points. Isaac Bonga added seven points along with eight rebounds.