Budućnost was about to welcome defeat, losing 83:79 just 53 seconds before the end. But it was Nemanja Gordić to hit the first shot for three, and then two throws after for the win, reports Vijesti on March 18, 2018.
Cedevita's most dangerous player was the great American Will Cherry, who missed both penalties 16 seconds before the end and then shot for the victory.
Gordić scored 23 points, had five assists and four stolen balls, while Kyle Gibson scored 16, Nikola Ivanović 12 and Zoran Nikolić 11.
Will Cherry finished the match with 24 points and Demetris Nichols with 19.
The rematch is on March 25 in Zagreb.
This article was translated from an article by Vijesti sport on Vijesti.me: Gordić defends Morača, Budućnost goes to Zagreb for the finals!
