Ub Secures Third Macau Title at FIBA 3x3 World Tour 2026

MACAU (China) – Ub (SRB) claimed their third World Tour title of the 2026 season by defeating Shanghai (CHN) 21-15 in the final of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau on October 18. This victory marks Ub's third consecutive title in Macau, adding to their wins in 2023 and 2024.

The Serbian team showcased their strength during a demanding knockout phase, with Marko Brankovic earning MVP honors for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament. Brankovic was among the tournament leaders in player value, total points, and two-pointers made.

This edition of the tournament was held at the historic Ruins of Saint Paul's, marking the fourth World Tour stop in Macau. Ub's journey to the final began with a decisive 22-13 win over DeQing (CHN) in the quarter-finals, where Brankovic scored 11 points, including four two-pointers.

In the semi-finals, Ub faced Skyliners (GER), who had previously eliminated Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) 20-16. Although tied at 12 midway, Ub pulled away in the final minutes to secure a 21-15 victory, with Nenad Nerandzic leading the scoring with eight points.

On their side of the bracket, Shanghai reached their first World Tour final of the season after narrow victories against Taipei WanBao (TPE) and Miami (USA), winning both matches 21-18. In the final, Brankovic’s contributions were pivotal, and Strahinja Stojacic added seven points to help seal the title.

Brankovic's performance at the tournament included a crucial 11-point game against DeQing and solid teamwork with Stojacic in advancing through the knockout rounds.

In other contests, Toni Blazan of Vienna (AUT) triumphed in the Shootout Contest presented by Starmac with 14 points, while Piotr 'Grabo' Grabowski won the Slam Dunk Contest, marking his second victory of the 2026 season.

Final Standings:

1. Ub (SRB)

2. Shanghai (CHN)

3. Miami (USA)

4. Skyliners (GER)

5. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED)

6. Taipei WanBao (TPE)

7. DeQing (CHN)

8. Cotai WOLFUNITED (MAC)

9. Baskets Bonn (GER)

10. Vienna (AUT)

11. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL)

12. Hong Kong (HKG)

13. Warsaw (POL)

14. Doha (QAT)

15. Bordeaux (FRA)

16. Colosseum (ITA)

Looking ahead, the FIBA 3x3 World Tour will take a brief break in preparation for the FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup 2026 in El Salvador, scheduled from October 28 to November 1. The tour will resume on November 6-7 in Dubai. Ub and Baskets Bonn (GER) are currently the only teams with three FIBA 3x3 World Tour wins this season.