In the 23rd round of the Croatian Premier League, the Kvarner basketball team secured a thrilling victory over Split with a score of 104:99. The match was notable for an alarming incident when a hoop structure collapsed during play, raising immediate concerns but ultimately resulting in no serious injuries. This event occurred in the 18th minute when the home team was leading 48:47 after a slam dunk by Split's center, Demaje Wiggins, who became entangled in the hoop as the structure gave way. Quick action from nearby players helped lift the apparatus off him, averting a potentially grave situation.

The game, which halted for over 13 minutes while the incident was addressed, resumed with Kvarner maintaining a precarious lead at halftime, 50:49. As the game progressed, Kvarner managed to extend their lead to ten points in the last quarter, highlighting their strong offensive strategy. However, Split rallied towards the end, narrowing the gap to just three points thanks to a three-pointer from Teyvon Myers in the 39th minute. The tension peaked in the final seconds, but Kvarner held on to secure the win, overcoming both their opponents and the unnerving moment during the game.