In a tightly contested match in the M-Enovos League: Relégation, US Heffingen narrowly defeated Avanti Mondorf with a final score of 72-70. The game, held in Heffingen, saw the home team securing a crucial victory after a series of losses, marking their third win in the last four games. This victory places US Heffingen second in the relegation round classification, while Avanti Mondorf remains at the bottom, having won only two games this season.
The game began with US Heffingen taking an early lead, ending the first quarter 20-13. They extended their advantage in the second quarter, leading 38-25 at halftime. Key contributions came from James Devon Weatherspoon Jr., a 32-year-old forward/center from the USA, who scored 24 points, and Josef John Fahrenholtz, another American, who led the team with 28 points. Both players were instrumental in maintaining Heffingen's lead through the first three quarters.
Avanti Mondorf, however, mounted a significant comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring Heffingen 29-15. Khalil Malik Small, also from the USA, was the standout performer for Mondorf, scoring 37 points and keeping his team within striking distance. Despite Mondorf's late surge, Heffingen held on to their narrow lead, thanks in part to timely scoring from Tom Schomer, who added 9 points.
Foul trouble was a concern for Heffingen, with Tom Schomer fouling out after committing five fouls. Mondorf's efforts were hampered by a lack of three-point shooting accuracy, making only 20% of their attempts. The game was marked by several scoring runs, with Heffingen at one point leading by as much as 18 points. However, Mondorf's resilience in the final quarter made for an exciting finish, although it was not enough to overturn Heffingen's lead.
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US Heffingen 
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