In a tightly contested match in the M-U14 Division 4: Phase finale, Basket Esch B narrowly defeated Telstar Hesperange with a final score of 67-64. The game, held at esch/ho2, saw Basket Esch B secure their victory through consistent performance across all quarters. This victory marks their third consecutive win, maintaining their top position in the league standings with a record of 9 wins and 1 loss.
The game began with Basket Esch B taking an early lead in the first quarter, ending it 20-12. Telstar Hesperange managed to match Basket Esch B's efforts in the second quarter, both teams scoring 15 points each, but the early lead by Basket Esch B proved crucial. The third quarter saw Basket Esch B slightly extend their lead, scoring 20 points to Telstar's 19. In the final quarter, Telstar Hesperange made a strong push, outscoring Basket Esch B 18-12, but ultimately fell short.
Key players for Basket Esch B included Niksa Oroz, who contributed significantly with 18 points, and Rodrigo Pacheco Reis, who added 13 points. Colin Ral Schneider, the team captain, also played a pivotal role, scoring 11 points. For Telstar Hesperange, Evan Leal De Oliveira stood out with 17 points, while Mathis Adehm added 15 points to the team's effort.
Arthur Eugen Beltechi of Telstar Hesperange fouled out, impacting their defensive capabilities in the closing stages. Despite this, Telstar showed resilience, closing the gap in the fourth quarter but ultimately unable to overcome Basket Esch B's lead. The game highlighted the competitive nature of the league and the determination of both teams.
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