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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.
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