In a closely contested M-Division 2 game, BC Mess B (MESB) edged out Basket Esch C (LALC) with a final score of 83-78. The game was marked by a strong comeback from MESB, who overturned a 9-point deficit after the first quarter. LALC started strong, leading 29-20, but MESB gradually clawed back, outscoring LALC in each of the remaining quarters.
François Villain was a standout for MESB, contributing 20 points, while Alexandre Caurlá matched his output with 20 points as well. Both players were instrumental in MESB's offensive efforts. For LALC, Pit David led the charge with 19 points, supported by Raoul Burg and Sven Reis, who each added 16 points.
The game saw significant contributions from both teams' starting lineups, with MESB's Gilles Weimerskirch playing a pivotal role as captain. Despite LALC's efforts, including a series of points from Noah Jacques Kambala, MESB's consistent scoring in the second half proved decisive.
In terms of league standings, this victory allowed MESB to climb to the second position, while LALC dropped to third. MESB's win also marked their second consecutive victory, bouncing back from a previous loss. The game was a testament to MESB's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, particularly in the final quarter where they secured the win.
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