3×3.EXE Super Premier Final: Team Preview Series – HANGZHOU

3×3.EXE Super Premier Final: Team Preview Series

The stage is set. After two rounds of intense competition in Vietnam and Thailand, the 3×3.EXE Super Premier 2025 has arrived at its grand finale in Hachinohe, Japan. With $40,000 USD in total prize money on the line—including $24,000 for the champions—and three coveted World Tour spots up for grabs, the stakes have never been higher.

Every team has fought through fierce battles, endured gruelling matchups, and showcased their strengths, but now, as they land in Japan, only one goal remains—to be crowned champions.

In this Team Preview Series, we’ll break down each squad’s journey to the final, highlighting key players, strengths, and the challenges they’ll face on the road to glory. With world-class talent, tactical masterclasses, and high-pressure moments ahead, who has what it takes to rise above the rest and claim the title?

Hangzhou – Team Preview

Finals Seed: 1st

Round 1 Placing: 2nd

Round 2 Placing: 1st

Hangzhou enters the 3×3.EXE Super Premier Final as the most dominant offensive team in the tournament, having already secured one World Tour spot by finishing first overall across both rounds. They have been near-unstoppable on the scoreboard, leading the competition in points per game (19.8) and two-point makes per game (4.1), making them an explosive offensive force with multiple scoring threats.

Their trio of Filip Kaluderovic (6.4 PPG), Alexander Lazic (5.0 PPG), and Milan Kovacevic (5.2 PPG, 66% FG, 4.6 RPG) has been the engine behind their high-powered attack. With elite shooting efficiency, ball movement, and the ability to score inside and outside, Hangzhou dictates the tempo of nearly every game they play.

In Round 1, they stormed through pool play, dismantled Shoot It Dragons.EXE (21-9) in the quarterfinals, and outlasted Brisbane City Blue.EXE (21-17) in the semifinals before falling to Alphas.EXE (21-12) in the Grand Final.

They bounced back in Round 2, once again cruising through their bracket, before defeating Brisbane City Blue.EXE (17-13) in the semifinals, though not without adversity—after Milan Kovacevic suffered a late injury. In their finals clash against Alphas.EXE, Hangzhou was forced to run with just three players, and a late-game head knock to Filip Kaluderovic nearly derailed their championship run. Despite the setbacks, they held off a furious Alphas comeback to win 21-17, securing the top overall seed for the Finals.

Now, the biggest question heading into the final stage is Milan Kovacevic’s health—will he be at full strength? If not, will Hangzhou’s offensive firepower be enough to carry them to a championship without their key interior presence?

With a triple-bye straight to the semifinals, Hangzhou awaits their next challenge—but the real question is, can anyone slow them down?

Keys to Victory:

✅ Offensive versatility: With multiple scoring threats, Hangzhou can spread the floor and score from anywhere.
✅ Next man up: If Milan Kovacevic is out, Hangzhou must adjust their inside presence without losing their scoring efficiency.
✅ Defensive focus: While their offense is elite, slowing down top-tier opponents in the late stages will be crucial.

Next Matchup: Hangzhou advances straight to the semifinals, where they will look to continue their dominant run toward a championship.

Tournament Details

The 3×3.EXE Super Premier Final is set to take place in Hachinohe, Japan, on May 23, 2025. The tournament will be streamed live on YouTube (link to be provided later), with the first game tipping off at 12:00 PM local time (JST).

With $40,000 USD in total prize money and $24,000 USD awarded to the champions, the stakes are at their peak. The top three teams will also secure a spot in the World Tour, making this a defining moment in the season.

Don’t miss out on the conclusion of the first major 3×3 basketball tournament of the year, where the best teams battle for supremacy on the road to global glory.