In a competitive matchup in the M-Nationale 2: Relégation, Bascharage Hedgehogs secured a victory over Black Star Mersch with a final score of 93-82. The game, held in Mersch, saw Bascharage Hedgehogs maintain their top position in the classification, gaining a crucial win that extended their winning streak to four games.
The Hedgehogs started strong, taking a 24-17 lead in the first quarter. Viktor Horvat was instrumental, contributing significantly with a mix of inside and outside scoring. His performance, alongside Veljko Dragasevic, who added 24 points, kept the Hedgehogs ahead. Dragasevic, a 27-year-old player from Hungary, showcased his shooting prowess, particularly from beyond the arc.
Black Star Mersch fought back in the second quarter, narrowing the gap to 40-35 by halftime. Kevin Sarlette was the standout performer for Mersch, scoring 29 points. His efforts, however, were not enough to overturn the deficit. Dean Gindt also made a notable contribution with 24 points, but his game was marred by foul trouble, resulting in a disqualifying foul in the fourth quarter.
The third quarter saw Bascharage Hedgehogs extend their lead, with Nino Luciani and Angelos Giannopoulos making key plays. Giannopoulos, a 21-year-old forward, fouled out but not before making a significant impact with his scoring and defensive presence.
In the final quarter, Bascharage maintained their momentum, outscoring Mersch 29-24. The Hedgehogs' ability to score consistently and capitalize on Mersch's defensive lapses proved decisive. Despite Mersch's efforts, the Hedgehogs' balanced attack and strategic play under coach Goran Lukic secured their victory.
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