K. Guden seals 76–75 win for MKK Kumanovo over Tikvesh
Kumanovo overturned a halftime deficit and secured a 76–75 away victory after a strong third quarter and Guden's clutch free throws.
MKK Kumanovo edged Tikvesh Golden Eagle 76–75 in a dramatic away win on October 18, 2026 at 20:15, decided by the visitors' composure in the third quarter and K. Guden's calm finish from the free-throw line.
Tikvesh started stronger and took the first quarter 21–17, but Kumanovo fought back to win the second quarter 18–16 and trailed by two at half, 37–35.
Turning point in the third quarter
The match turned in the third period, which Kumanovo won 18–13 to move ahead by three going into the final ten minutes. The hosts did not give up and produced 25 points in the fourth quarter, yet Kumanovo answered with 23 to preserve the one-point advantage.
Tikvesh's most effective player was D. Sukes with 27 points, supported by Dzej Smit who added 20. For the visitors, K. Guden led with 21 points, while A. Stevanovic scored 15 and S. Gjurovski contributed 14.
The final score read Tikvesh Golden Eagle 75, MKK Kumanovo 76 — a one-point road victory that will matter in the domestic championship standings.
Photo: KK Kumanovo
