In a significant clash in the Optibet Estonia-Latvia basketball league, Tartu University faced a tough defeat against rivals Riga VEF with a score of 67:76. The match was crucial as both teams were strong contenders for the top position in the league. After a slow start, Riga VEF managed to gain an early lead during the second quarter, taking advantage of Tartu's struggles to score effectively.

Despite Tartu University's efforts to close the gap, including reducing the deficit to just two points by the end of the third quarter, they could not surpass VEF in the final quarter. The turning point came when Riga executed a decisive 15:4 run, which extended their lead to 69:56 with just five minutes left in the game, effectively sealing the win. Standout performances included Kamau Stokes scoring 24 points for VEF, while Karl-Johan Lips led Tartu with 14 points, alongside his contribution of 12 rebounds and four assists.

With this loss, Tartu University records 21 wins and four losses in the season, remaining first in the standings ahead of their final regular season game against TalTech/Alexela. Meanwhile, Riga VEF improved their standing with 20 wins and five losses, showcasing a competitive match that highlights the tight race for the top spots in the league as the season approaches its conclusion.