In the first game of the W-Enovos League finals, Gréngewald Hueschtert secured a victory over Sparta Bertrange with a score of 78-68. The game, held at Oberanven/Central, witnessed a strong start from Gréngewald, who led 26-16 by the end of the first quarter. This early lead proved crucial as they maintained their advantage throughout the game, despite a competitive second quarter where Sparta outscored them 22-26.
Gréngewald's Alexus Latrese Johnson, a 31-year-old forward/center from the USA, was instrumental, scoring 24 points and earning the MVP title with 35 ranking points. Her performance was complemented by Lisy Hetting, who added 22 points. Amanda Brooke Cahill also contributed significantly with 14 points, despite committing four fouls.
For Sparta, Kyaja Victoria Williams stood out, scoring 21 points and securing the second spot in the MVP ranking. Lena Mersch, a 28-year-old forward, added 18 points, showcasing her shooting prowess from beyond the arc.
Gréngewald's shooting efficiency was notable, with a 67% success rate from the free-throw line and 49% from two-point range. However, their three-point shooting was less effective at 42%. In contrast, Sparta struggled with their free throws, making only 20% of their attempts.
The game saw Gréngewald on a roll, extending their winning streak to three games, while Sparta faced a setback after a series of victories. The next game in this best-of-five series will be crucial for Sparta as they aim to bounce back and level the series.
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