Södertälje has had two heavy losses against Umeå this year.
And there would be another in today's meeting.
The away team SBBK made a strong effort and came back into the match in the second period after a disadvantage in the first.
At half time it was 40-34 and Umeå was under pressure.
- We were during large parts of the match, came back and released them, says Umeå's coach Jan Enjebo to SBL Play.
Dramatic final minutes
It was tight between the two teams right into the final minutes after Umeå came into the race.
With six seconds left, Umeå took the lead.
The home team won in the end with one point, 83-82.
- There are many who have tipped Södertälje as the winner, and it could very well have been so but, we managed to step up when we needed it and I am very happy, says the coach.
Ama Degbeon showed great form and with his 22 points could lead the home team to victory.
On Sunday, the second quarter-final match awaits.