In a closely contested game in the M-U18 Division 4: Phase finale, Sparta Bertrange B emerged victorious over Mambra Mamer with a final score of 72-65. The game, held in Mamer, saw both teams exchanging leads and showcasing their young talents.
Sparta Bertrange B started strong, leading 20-14 after the first quarter. Mambra Mamer managed to close the gap in the second quarter, trailing by just two points at halftime with a score of 32-28. The third quarter proved crucial as Sparta Bertrange B extended their lead significantly, outscoring Mambra Mamer 27-17, setting the stage for a tense final quarter.
Mambra Mamer's Niklas Becker and Maximilaan Flechtner were standout performers, each contributing 20 points. Becker, a 15-year-old, showed impressive composure, while Flechtner, at 14, demonstrated his potential with consistent scoring. However, their efforts were not enough to overcome the balanced attack of Sparta Bertrange B.
For Sparta Bertrange B, Antonio Brunetti led the charge with 21 points, supported by Jules Wurth's 16 points. The team's ability to maintain their lead in the fourth quarter, despite a late surge from Mambra Mamer, was pivotal. Notably, Dzhambulat Gelyastanov of Mambra Mamer fouled out, impacting the team's defensive efforts in the closing minutes.
This victory for Sparta Bertrange B marks a positive turn after a series of losses, while Mambra Mamer remains in third place in the classification, with both teams tied at 9 classification points. The game highlighted the competitive spirit and potential of these young players in the championship round.
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