In a closely contested M-Division 2 matchup, Black Star Mersch B (BSMB) edged out BC Mess B (MESB) with a final score of 54-48. The game, held in Mondercange, saw BSMB maintain their top position in the division, while MESB dropped to second place. This victory marked BSMB's continuation of a strong winning streak, having secured victories in their last three games.
The game began with MESB taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 15-11. However, BSMB responded in the second quarter, narrowing the gap to 27-24 by halftime. The third quarter proved pivotal as BSMB outscored MESB 16-8, seizing control of the game. Despite MESB's efforts in the final quarter, BSMB maintained their advantage to secure the win.
Key players for BSMB included Dan Mathes, who contributed 11 points despite fouling out, and Charel Weis, who added 12 points, including crucial three-pointers in the second half. Pol Rodesch also played a significant role, scoring 10 points before fouling out. For MESB, Igor Durovic was a standout performer, scoring 26 points and showcasing his scoring ability with multiple three-pointers. Alexandre Caurla added 11 points, providing support in the backcourt.
The game was marked by a series of fouls, with both teams having players in foul trouble. MESB's Jeff Bofferding and BSMB's Pol Rodesch were both fouled out, impacting their teams' rotations. Despite these challenges, BSMB's balanced scoring and defensive resilience allowed them to prevail in this tightly contested encounter.
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