2 games of the men’s cup (1/4 finals) were played on Wednesday-evening.
Mondorf (+10) – Arantia 78:83
Arantia Larochette started with a 10-point deficit against the second league Mondorf and at the break, the situation was even more difficult for the team of coach Christophe Ney as the hosts had a 47:32 lead! However, the LBBL team tied the score after 5 minutes in the second half at 52:52 with a big run and after 30 minutes, the team from Larochette led 64:58 after winning the thirs quarter 32:11. In the final quarter, Arantia was able to control the game and qualify for a game in the Coque. Arantia led by 10+ points, Mondorf reduced the deficit with late 3-pointers but the guests were in full control over the last minutes. Sturdivant (27), Johnson (21) and Derek Wilson (20) scored 20+ points for Arantia.
Basket Esch – Résidence 75:67
In a very intense and low scoring game, the final minutes were decisive in the top game of the cup 1/4 finals. Joé Biever came up clutch (videos) as Basket Esch was able to win a close game at home against the leader of the LBBL, Résidence Walfer.
Clancy Rugg (24 points, 10 rebounds), Jordan Hicks (21/7) and a clutch Joé Biever led Esch to the semi finals. Alex Stein led the guests with 18 points.
Games on Thursday:
20:30 Etzella – Contern
20:30 Telstar – Sparta
In the women’s cup competition, T71, Amicale, Résidence and Basket Esch have qualified for the semi-finals.
