Alba Berlin Faces Setback with German Cup Quarterfinal Loss

The basketball team suffers a 67-80 defeat to Bamberg Baskets, continuing a challenging season in multiple competitions.

Alba Berlin was eliminated from the German Cup after a 67-80 loss to Bamberg Baskets, missing out on the Final Four and their first title opportunity of the season.
The team is struggling across competitions, currently ranked 14th in the Bundesliga and second-to-last in the EuroLeague standings.
Sporting Director Himar Ojeda attributes the team's struggles to injuries, a dense game schedule, and limited time for training and development.
Ojeda remains optimistic about the team’s potential for improvement, emphasizing the need for continuity and growth within the young roster.
Despite the setbacks, Ojeda dismissed concerns about a team-wide mentality issue, citing specific challenges rather than a broader lack of commitment.