Basket Esch B narrowly defeated BBC East Side Pirates B with a final score of 52-49 in a closely contested game. The match was part of the W-Division 1:2e Tour, and both teams were evenly matched, with Basket Esch B ranked third and BBC East Side Pirates B second in the standings.
The game began with Basket Esch B taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter 18-7. However, BBC East Side Pirates B fought back, narrowing the gap to 29-22 by halftime. The third quarter saw BBC East Side Pirates B continue their comeback, outscoring Basket Esch B 14-9, bringing the score to 38-36.
In the final quarter, the game remained tight, with both teams exchanging leads. Noémie Hengel of BBC East Side Pirates B was a standout performer, scoring 20 points and showcasing her skills as a forward. Samantha Lizardo also contributed significantly with 10 points, including crucial three-pointers. On the other side, Cynthia Dohn led Basket Esch B with 18 points, while Ilaria Tuzze added 9 points, demonstrating her potential at just 16 years old.
The game was marked by a series of fouls, with Kristi Macleanen committing multiple fouls in quick succession. Despite the pressure, Basket Esch B managed to hold on for the win, ending a series of losses with this victory.
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