Bosnia and Herzegovina U16

Alem Elezovic's 28 points steered Bosnia and Herzegovina to a 83–73 quarter-final victory over our GB U16 side in Gevgelija, a 10-point margin that proved decisive on the night. Playing all 37 minutes, Elezovic shot efficiently from the field—12 of 23, including 2 of 4 from three—and added 9 rebounds, 4 steals and a block. Seven turnovers and modest playmaking (1 assist) marked the only blots on an otherwise commanding display. He carried the offensive load when it mattered most, and our defence could not find a consistent answer to his work inside and outside the arc. Great Britain's season in Division B ends here. The real test now comes in the placement rounds, where they will look to salvage a respectable finish.

Pavle Koprivica's composure in the final five minutes and overtime proved decisive as Bosnia and Herzegovina edged past our GB side in the quarter-finals at Gevgelija. Level when the window opened, the Bosnia and Herzegovina U16 forward produced 8 points on a perfect 3-of-3 shooting from the floor, added 3 rebounds and converted both free throws. He managed a turnover and a foul in the closing stretch, but his efficiency when it mattered — particularly from the field — proved the difference in a 10-point final margin. Our GB team's tournament campaign in Division B ends here. Bosnia and Herzegovina's composed finish, anchored by Koprivica's accuracy under pressure, sealed their passage to the semi-finals.

Great Britain fell short in the quarter-final, losing 73–83 to Bosnia and Herzegovina in overtime after a back-and-forth contest that swung decisively in the final period. Our GB side controlled the early exchanges, leading 12–6 after the first quarter and pushing clear to 34–25 at the break. Nathan Muleba was the engine, combining scoring and rebounding with typical authority. But the second half belonged to Bosnia and Herzegovina. A devastating 11-0 run in the third quarter flipped the momentum, and by the end of regulation the sides were level at 66–66, setting up an extra period neither could control until the final stretch. In overtime, Bosnia and Herzegovina outscored Great Britain 17–7 to seal a 10-point victory. Alem Elezovic led the charge with 28 points on efficient shooting (12/23 FG, 2/4 from three), while Pavle Koprivica added 22 points and 11 rebounds. For our GB team, Muleba's double-double of 26 points and 15 rebounds kept them competitive throughout, though inefficiency elsewhere—Nino Satha managed only 3/16 from the field despite five steals—left them short when points mattered most. The campaign ends here for both sides in Division B. A tough exit, but Muleba's performance at this level offers genuine encouragement for what's ahead.

Omerovic has been the standout performer in this tournament — 26.2 points and 5.2 assists per game on a 90.6 TIB efficiency rating that sits well clear of most U16 competition. The Bosnia and Herzegovina guard will arrive with genuine momentum, and our GB side cannot afford to let him operate freely in transition or from three-point range. Elijah Imevbore, by contrast, has been the consistent threat on our end. Nineteen and a half points per game, solid playmaking at 1.5 assists, and a 60 TIB efficiency that reflects his importance to Great Britain's chances here. The matchup hinges on whether our GB can stay disciplined on the perimeter and force Omerovic into tough looks, whilst Imevbore keeps the offensive rhythm moving in spells when it matters most. This is a mid-tournament clash where both sides will be eyeing the next round. Bosnia and Herzegovina have shown real quality; we know what we're up against. Tip-off comes in about three hours.