ULAANBAATAR (Mongolia) - Liman (SRB) became the first team to win two FIBA 3x3 World Tour stops in 2026 after edging hometown heroes Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) 17-15 in a dramatic overtime Final at the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Ulaanbaatar 2026.
Led by tournament MVP Stefan Milivojevic, the Serbian side once again proved why they remain among the premier teams on the Pro Circuit, adding the Ulaanbaatar crown to their title at the Utsunomiya Opener earlier this season.
The triumph also capped a memorable week-long 3x3 basketball festival in Mongolia's capital, with the FIBA 3x3 Sukhbaatar Challenger, Women's Series Ulaanbaatar and World Tour Ulaanbaatar taking place back-to-back-to-back at the iconic Sukhbaatar Square.
Milivojevic shines brightest
Stefan Milivojevic was sensational throughout the tournament and saved his best for the knockout rounds.
He erupted for 10 points in Liman's Quarter-Finals victory over Shanghai (CHN), helping the Serbians pull away late with a series of clutch baskets, including back-to-back two-pointers to close out a 21-15 victory.
Milivojevic then continued his stellar form in the Semi-Finals as Liman defeated DeQing (CHN) 22-18. Although Dorde Simeunovic led the scoring with 10 points, Milivojevic again delivered in key moments as Liman secured its place in the title game.
In the Final, the Serbian star once more rose to the occasion. He finished with seven points, including the two decisive putbacks in overtime that finally broke the resistance of the home side and delivered the title to Liman.
For his outstanding performances throughout the weekend, Milivojevic was named the tournament MVP.
The Final
The Final delivered all the drama fans at Sukhbaatar Square could have hoped for.
Liman raced to an early 4-0 lead before Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy gradually found their rhythm and turned the contest into a fierce back-and-forth battle.
Andreja Milutinovic's huge two-pointer gave Liman a 13-10 advantage late, but the hosts refused to go away. Nauris Miezis scored three straight points to put Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy ahead 14-13 with less than 30 seconds remaining.
After Dusan Popovic calmly sank two free throws to restore Liman's lead, Delgernyam Davaasambuu responded with a clutch basket to tie the game at 15-all and send the packed venue into overtime.
There, Milivojevic proved to be the hero, scoring consecutive putbacks to secure a hard-fought 17-15 victory and Liman's second World Tour title of the season.
Road to the Final
The home crowd enjoyed a memorable Sunday as Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy produced one of the moments of the tournament in the Quarter-Finals. Trailing top seed Ub (SRB) 20-17 late in the game, the Mongolians stormed back before Miezis found Davaasambuu for a spectacular alley-oop game-winner to complete an incredible 21-20 comeback.
The hosts then dominated Toulouse (FRA) 20-11 in the Semi-Finals behind eight points from Dulguun Enkhbat to reach the Final and send the passionate Mongolian fans into celebration.
Side events
The entertainment extended beyond the games. Hometown favorite Delgernyam Davaasambuu delighted local fans by winning the Shootout Contest presented by ITzone after posting a score of 10 points.
Meanwhile, Mohammed "MedBrodie" Sanyang claimed the Dunk Contest presented by Energy Resources in spectacular fashion. His Final attempt featured a jaw-dropping dunk over four people, earning a perfect score and bringing the crowd to its feet.
Final Standings
1. Liman (SRB) 2. Ulaanbaatar MMC Energy (MGL) 3. DeQing (CHN) 4. Toulouse (FRA) 5. Shanghai (CHN) 6. Ub (SRB) 7. Amsterdam RABOBANK (NED) 8. Skyliners (GER) 9. Gargzdai (LTU) 10. Shinjuku SS (JPN) 11. Sansar M Bank (MGL) 12. Aachen DER STAMM (GER)
What's Next?
Liman leave Mongolia with another trophy and a growing claim as the team to beat in 2026 after becoming the first squad to capture two FIBA 3x3 World Tour titles this season.
3x3 basketball continues with the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Marseille 2026 on July 4-5.
Many of the world's best teams will now turn their attention to the next stop on the World Tour as the race for ranking points, Masters titles and qualification for the season-ending World Tour Final intensifies.
Stay tuned to FIBA3x3.com and @FIBA3x3 for complete coverage of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour 2026.
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