After Bayern's 97–93 overtime win eliminated Crvena Zvezda, tensions erupted as coach Gordon Herbert and Nikola Kalinic exchanged heated words in a post-game confrontation.
The post-game drama in the EuroLeague Play-In clash between FC Bayern Munich and Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade was just as intense as the game itself.
After Bayern edged out Zvezda 97-93 in overtime, tensions boiled over. Bayern coach Gordon Herbert and Red Star forward Nikola Kalinic got into a heated verbal exchange, with swear words flying from both sides.
Although they were eventually separated, the emotions remained high even from a distance. Both parties ultimately left the court without further incident.
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Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade"We were just talking about last night's hockey results," Herbert said with a smile in the post-game conference. "I was a little disappointed that my team lost last night. We talked about the hockey playoffs getting started."
With the loss, Crvena Zvezda was eliminated from playoff contention.
On the other hand, Bayern will face Real Madrid on the road for the final playoff spot—and a potential matchup with Olympiacos in the quarterfinals.
