In the M-U18 Division 3: Phase finale game, Etzella Ettelbruck (ETZ) dominated Résidence Walferdange (RES) with a final score of 89-51. The game started with a commanding first quarter for ETZ, leading 30-10, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Lou Clees, the captain of ETZ, was instrumental, scoring consistently throughout the game, including multiple three-pointers. Sam Schaaf also contributed significantly, with a total of 31 points, despite committing an unsportsmanlike foul in the second quarter.
RES struggled to keep up, with their top scorer Alexandru-Cata Vlad managing 11 points. Illia Malkin, a 16-year-old player from Ukraine, showed resilience by scoring and drawing fouls, although he was in foul trouble with four personal fouls.
ETZ maintained their momentum into the second quarter, extending their lead to 48-18 by halftime. The third quarter saw a slight comeback attempt by RES, outscoring ETZ 18-17, but it was not enough to close the gap. ETZ's consistent scoring and defensive pressure were too much for RES to overcome.
The game highlighted ETZ's offensive prowess and depth, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Both teams remain active in the championship, with ETZ holding the top spot in the classification.
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