TraceOne survives overtime to down xSy 57-53 in CLN 3 thriller

TraceOne edged xSy 57-53 after an intense overtime period in Round 7 of the CLN 3 season. What began as a one-sided first half flipped into a seesaw battle, with TraceOne staging a late recovery and prevailing thanks to a composed finish in the extra session.

xSy built an early advantage and carried a 30-22 lead into the break, but TraceOne answered with a dominant third period, outscoring their opponents 20-8 to seize a 42-38 lead. The fourth quarter turned into a nervy exchange: a late run by xSy produced a 53-53 deadlock in the final seconds and forced overtime, where TraceOne produced the decisive 4-0 burst to close the game.

The standout figure was Guteša Nebojša, who finished with 21 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists on an impressive 25 efficiency rating. Guteša Nebojša shot 7-of-24 from the floor but was perfect from the line (5-of-6) and hit a timely long-range shot in the final minute of regulation to temporarily swing momentum. In overtime he delivered the points and free throws that sealed the outcome.

Supporting roles were crucial. Stevanović Darko provided perimeter fire and timely buckets (15 points) and drilled several late triples that helped keep TraceOne in striking distance. Dasić Dalibor battled inside all night, hauling in 13 rebounds and giving the team second-chance opportunities. Veteran guard Đorđević Dušan contributed with key mid-range and long-range strikes that sustained the comeback runs.

For xSy, the frontcourt effort of Stanković Vukašin stood out — he finished with 20 points and 14 rebounds and repeatedly tested the defense on the glass. Nikolić Nino added 17 points and helped establish the early lead, while Petrović Petar (7 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists) was instrumental in the closing stages, drawing the defense and converting a late free throw to force overtime.

Statistically, the game showcased contrasting styles: xSy attacked efficiently inside and on the boards, whereas TraceOne relied on scrappy defense, a decisive third-quarter swing and the late composure of their leader. Turnovers and fouls played a role in momentum shifts, but in the end TraceOne’s ability to convert free throws and execute in crunch time proved decisive.

Games like this are reminders that momentum can flip quickly in basketball; a halftime cushion is never safe and one determined quarter can change the narrative. TraceOne walked away with the win thanks to a collective response and a late performance from Guteša Nebojša, while xSy can take positives from the toughness shown by Stanković Vukašin and Nikolić Nino even in defeat.

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