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Würzburg Baskets Beat Niners Chemnitz 98–88

Würzburg's hot early three-point shooting created an insurmountable lead that intensified Chemnitz's domestic slump.

Overview

  • The win moved Würzburg up to seventh in the Basketball-Bundesliga after the match on Monday.
  • Würzburg seized control early, building a ten-point lead by the end of the first quarter and a 20-point advantage heading into the fourth.
  • The guests' comeback fell short as Würzburg hit 10 of 14 three-pointers in the first half to establish a wide scoring cushion.
  • Chemnitz made eight turnovers in the opening quarter, fell into a 17–27 hole and relied on Stefan Smith's team-high 17 points to fuel a late rally that was too late.
  • The loss was Chemnitz's third straight in the league, leaving them 16th with a 2:10 points record and increasing pressure as they return to EuroCup action on Wednesday.