In what proved to be a massive week in Europe, three teams boasting Australians took to the court in their respective National Cup finals, with Jock Landale and Mathiang playing large roles in securing mid-season silverware. Partizan Belgrade rolled into the Serbian Cup final and earned the chance to defend their 2018 title following a 83-71 victory against FMP Zeleznik. In a tight contest, it was Partizan that would pull away late, with Landale helping spark a 10-2 run in the final period. The 6'11 centre would finish with 18 points and 9 rebounds to play a pivotal role in setting up the decider against rivals Crvena Zvezda.
EuroView: Landale and Mathiang win national cups
EuroView: Landale and Mathiang win national…
EuroView: Landale and Mathiang win national cups
In what proved to be a massive week in Europe, three teams boasting Australians took to the court in their respective National Cup finals, with Jock Landale and Mathiang playing large roles in securing mid-season silverware. Partizan Belgrade rolled into the Serbian Cup final and earned the chance to defend their 2018 title following a 83-71 victory against FMP Zeleznik. In a tight contest, it was Partizan that would pull away late, with Landale helping spark a 10-2 run in the final period. The 6'11 centre would finish with 18 points and 9 rebounds to play a pivotal role in setting up the decider against rivals Crvena Zvezda.