Bashkimi has once again failed to rival Trepça.
On Sunday night at "Sezai Surroi" in Prizren, Trepça won convincingly, 89:71, as part of the 24th round of the Kosovo Basketball Super League.
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Letter to the Reader — Why We're Asking for Your Support ContributeWith this victory, Trepça has secured first place in the playoffs. With four rounds remaining, they have 45 points, five more than second-place Bashkimi.
Trepça defeated Bashkimi in the Cup final, and easily defeated them on Sunday, even though they were without Shaun Jones and Akili Vining.
The Mitrovica team dominated throughout the game, holding a convincing lead. Mustapha Amzil was the best player for Trepca with 23 points, three rebounds and two assists.
Ja'cori Payne had 17 points, five rebounds and three assists. Mikaile Tmushiq had six points, nine rebounds and four assists.
For Bashkimi, Dequon Lake had 16 points and six rebounds. Valon Bunjaku had 12 points and eight rebounds.
For Trepça it was the 16th consecutive victory in the Super League.