Alba Berlin Stuns Bayern Munich in Dramatic Comeback Victory
The 88-81 win offers a glimmer of hope for Alba Berlin's struggling season, but challenges remain as the team seeks consistency.
- Alba Berlin overcame a 19-point deficit to defeat league leaders Bayern Munich, marking a significant morale boost in a difficult season.
- Key contributions came from David McCormack and Matt Thomas, who scored 20 and 17 points respectively, alongside critical three-pointers from Will McDowell-White.
- The victory, Alba's fifth in 13 Bundesliga games, temporarily lifts the team to 13th place but highlights the need for sustained improvement to reach playoff contention.
- Coach Israel Gonzalez and players emphasized the importance of building on this win, citing lingering mental and physical challenges that have plagued the team.
- Efforts to strengthen the roster hit a setback as a potential signing, James Webb III, opted for a last-minute offer from China, leaving Alba's search for reinforcements ongoing.