In a closely contested M-Division 1 game, Gréngewald Hueschtert B (GREB) emerged victorious over T71 Dudelange B (T71B) with a final score of 79-72. The game, held at Oberanven/Central, saw GREB maintain a consistent edge throughout, despite T71B's efforts to close the gap.
The first quarter set the tone as GREB took a 27-19 lead, with Luca Pividor and Axel Ulrich Olafsson contributing significantly. Pividor, a 17-year-old guard/forward, showcased his scoring prowess, finishing with 24 points, including six three-pointers. Olafsson, standing at 1.89 meters, added 15 points, demonstrating his versatility on the court.
T71B fought back in the second quarter, narrowing the deficit to 41-33 by halftime. Rafael Costa Farinha, an 18-year-old forward, was instrumental for T71B, scoring 17 points and keeping his team within striking distance. Louis Loschetter also made a notable impact, contributing 22 points, including several crucial three-pointers.
The third quarter saw T71B's momentum continue as they outscored GREB 21-19, bringing the score to 60-54. However, GREB's defense held firm in the final quarter, maintaining their lead and securing the win. Mika Demuth and Kian Wensveen Grou added crucial points in the closing minutes, ensuring GREB's victory.
Despite T71B's efforts, including a strong performance from Nevzat Dzudzevic with 13 points, GREB's balanced attack and timely scoring runs proved decisive. This win marks GREB's second consecutive victory, providing a boost after a series of losses.
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