Overview

• Alba Berlin's 86:90 loss to MLP Academics Heidelberg marks their fifth consecutive defeat in the Basketball-Bundesliga.
• Despite a strong start with a 6:0 lead, Alba struggled defensively, allowing Heidelberg to capitalize with scoring runs, including a 0:11 stretch before halftime.
• Yanni Wetzell delivered an impressive performance, scoring 29 points, including all points in a 12:0 second-half run that briefly gave Alba the lead.
• Critical errors in the final minutes saw Alba fall behind 76:87 with two and a half minutes remaining, sealing their defeat.
• The loss further jeopardizes Alba Berlin's playoff hopes, with the team continuing to struggle with defensive consistency and momentum shifts.