What happened?
BK Pardubice beat Nymburk 86 : 57 in the seventh game of the NBL final held at Prague's Královka arena. The win delivered the club's first championship and marked a decisive moment for coach Jan Šotnar's squad.
How did the game unfold?
The opening quarter began with perimeter shooting – Luboš Kovář and Jacob Evans gave the hosts a 3 : 0 lead and later 9 : 3. Nymburk answered with three‑pointers from Ondřej Sehnal and Martin Kříž, taking a 23 : 22 edge. In the second ten‑minute segment Pardubice rallied as Joe Bryant added nine points, pushing the score to 32 : 27.
Who stood out?
Key player statistics
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Bryant | 22 | 5 | 3 |
| David Böhm | 12 | 4 | 2 |
| Adam Lukeš | 18 | 6 | 4 |
Bryant's performance was described by coach Šotnar as the "key factor" – he anchored the defense and, after a six‑point run, lifted the team to 60 : 41. Another contributor, David Böhm, added two sixes to keep the margin wide.
Why does the win matter?
The title gives Pardubice its first chance on the European stage and strengthens the club ahead of a planned merger with Prague's Slavia. Coach Jan Šotnar said the squad "showed it can handle pressure in decisive moments". Nymburk's coach Amiel admitted the opponent's energy drained his side, leaving them without confidence.
What lies ahead?
Pardubice are gearing up for the new season, where they will compete in the EuroLeague and chase further success. Nymburk promises a quick rebound, seeking the energy to return to the title race. The final, the first held in Královka since 2003, will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in Czech basketball history.