Résidence Walferdange (RES) narrowly defeated Musel Pikes (MUS) 79-77 in a tight M-Enovos League qualifier game, played in a round-robin format. The scoring pace swung between the teams, with a clear early edge for MUS before RES took control in the second period and held on late.
Game evolution
- Q1: MUS led 21-18, grabbing a brief 3-point edge as the quarter ended.
- Q2: RES flipped the script, outscoring MUS 18-14 to swing the momentum and take a 36-35 halftime lead.
- Q3: A balanced frame, 22-22, kept the game in reach for MUS; after three quarters RES led 58-57.
- Q4: RES stretched to a 66-59 advantage, but MUS mounted a late push, finishing with a 77-79 run that brought them within two in the final minutes. The decisive basket sequence came in the last stretch, before RES closed it out at 79-77.
Shooting and efficiency
- RES shot 50.0% from the field (42/84) and 80.0% from the line (8/10). They hit 3-pointers at 20.0% (3/15).
- MUS shot 40.8% from the field (40/98) and 56.3% on free throws (9/16). They were 18.2% from three (6/33).
- The contrast helped RES overcome a rougher 3-point night and a slower start, sealing the win in a close finish.
Key players
- Top performer for RES: Filip Vranjes (2.03m, 26, HRV) delivered important scoring; MVP of the game with ranking points attributed to him.
- Other noticeable RES contributors: John Clark Slajchert (1.82m, USA) with 26 points, Brendan Bailey (2.03m, USA) with 15, and Oliver Vujakovic (1.95m, USA) with 14.
- For MUS, Tristin Matthew Walley (2.01m, USA) scored 12, Maurice Gordon (USA) 10, and Sam Streef contributed 16.
Game details and pacing
- The lead oscillated early, with MUS briefly leading in Q1. RES then controlled the middle two periods, building a small but steady edge that stood through much of Q4.
- No player was listed as fouled out; no overtime occurred.
- Notable late-game sequence: MUS closed the gap with a 2-point burst to reach 77, but RES answered to cap the 79-77 final.
Team notes
- RESs overall efficiency, especially from the line, complemented a solid defensive effort that kept MUS well below their top-range shooting pace.
- Top performers from both sides showed resilience in a game that stayed within a possession late.
Player notes (selected)
- Filip Vranjes (RES) (2.03m, 26, HRV) strong all-around play, earned MVP standing.
- John Clark Slajchert (RES) (1.82m, USA) led RES with 26 points.
- Tristin Matthew Walley (MUS) (2.01m, 29, USA) led MUS in scoring through the night.
Overall, RES earned the win on home court in a closely fought affair, leveraging better free-throw consistency and a sharper second quarter to withstand MUSs early push and late rally.
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Résidence Walferdange