Patty Mills Leads Australia to Victory Over Serbia in Thrilling Basketball Match

On a thrilling night of basketball in Abu Dhabi, Patty Mills showcased his scoring prowess, leading Australia to a well-fought victory over Serbia. The game, held at the iconic Etihad Arena, saw Mills deliver a standout performance with 28 points and 5 assists.

Joining Mills in the offensive brilliance was Dante Exum, who contributed significantly with 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. Josh Giddey also made his presence felt with 13 points and 6 rebounds, adding depth to Australia’s scoring arsenal.

Despite the absence of key players like Bogdan Bogdanovic and Ognjen Dobric, Serbia put up a valiant effort. Filip Petrusev led the charge for Serbia with 17 points, while Nikola Jokic asserted his dominance with a double-double consisting of 14 points and 14 rebounds. Nikola Milutinov and Aleksa Avramovic also made notable contributions, each adding 12 points to Serbia’s tally.

The game began with Australia taking an early lead of 20-15 after the first quarter. However, Serbia fought back strongly in the second quarter, turning the game in their favor to lead 40-39 at halftime.

In a battle of big men, Filip Petrusev and Nikola Milutinov dominated the paint for Serbia in the first half, showcasing their inside scoring and rebounding prowess. Despite their efforts, Patty Mills continued to find ways to score, keeping Australia in contention throughout the game.

With Mills leading the charge and Australia’s defense holding strong, the Boomers managed to break away from a closely contested game in the final quarter. A 12-2 run sealed the victory for Australia, cementing their place as a formidable force in international basketball.