In a closely contested match in the M-U18 Division 1: Phase finale, Basket Esch emerged victorious over Amicale Steesel with a score of 65-58. The game was marked by a series of momentum shifts, with Basket Esch taking a commanding lead in the third quarter, outscoring Amicale Steesel 23-11. This proved to be a decisive period as it allowed Basket Esch to withstand a late surge by Amicale Steesel in the fourth quarter, where they managed to outscore the home team 20-11.
For Basket Esch, Maid Adrovic stood out with 17 points, contributing significantly to the team's offensive efforts. Deni Sabotic also played a crucial role, adding 13 points and showcasing his ability to score consistently. Malik Demirovic, despite fouling out, added 7 points and was instrumental in the third-quarter run with a three-pointer.
Amicale Steesel was led by Sean Bugeja, who scored an impressive 28 points, including several key baskets in the fourth quarter to keep his team in contention. Hector Dieter Loechner-Ernst added 11 points, including two three-pointers, and was active on both ends of the court.
Basket Esch's victory was their second consecutive win, improving their standing in the division. Amicale Steesel, despite the loss, remains at the top of the classification, having won five of their six games.
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