Ub's dominant victory at the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Marseille 2025

Ub’s dominant victory at the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Marseille 2025

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May 26, 2025

The Serbian team Ub returned to winning ways by defeating Amsterdam RABOBANK 22-15 in the final of the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Marseille 2025, held this Sunday. The Serbian giants showcased their dominance from the start of the tournament, achieving a perfect run to the final thanks to the stellar performance of Strahinja Stojacic. The player averaged 12 points per game in his first four matches, establishing himself as the key figure for his team.

Meanwhile, the Dutch team Amsterdam RABOBANK also reached the final undefeated after defeating Chongming in the semifinals. Both teams faced off in a highly anticipated and intense matchup.

A close battle with an explosive finish

Ub started strong on offense, with Stojacic and Dejan Majstorovic dominating inside the arc. However, Amsterdam quickly responded with the offensive firepower of Worthy de Jong and Maarten Bouwknecht, keeping the score tight.

As the game progressed, both teams showed aggression and determination, with the score at 13-11 in favor of Ub near the halfway mark. It was then that Stojacic, nicknamed Dr. Strange, took control of the game, scoring crucial points for his team. Majstorovic and Nenad Nerandzic also contributed with two-point shots, bringing Ub closer to victory. Finally, Marko Brankovic sealed the win with a two-point dagger, securing the Serbian team’s first title of the season with a 22-15 scoreline.

Strahinja Stojacic, tournament MVP

Strahinja Stojacic was the standout player of the tournament in Marseille, scoring an impressive total of 53 points across five games and achieving a player value of 77.0. His exceptional performance earned him the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, capping off a brilliant tournament with the final victory.

In the individual contests, Przemyslaw Zamojski (Lausanne) claimed the title in the Wilson shoot-out contest, while Anthony Degnan shone in the Wilson dunk contest, taking first place.