Rostock Reels as EWE Baskets Oldenburg Secure a Playoff Spot in a Thrilling Upset
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The underdogs of the Basketball-Bundesliga, EWE Baskets Oldenburg, have defied all odds and climbed their way into the playoffs after an exhilarating last-day victory over Chemnitz. Artur Konontsuk, Oldenburg's standout player, was overheard saying, "It's far from over! We're not done yet. Now we're gunning for those playoffs!"
The 2024-2025 season saw history in the making with an unprecedented four-team tie for the first time in Bundesliga history. Oldenburg, Rostock, Ludwigsburg, and Vechta ended the regular season with a record of 16 wins and 16 losses each. Due to their superior head-to-head record, Oldenburg and Rostock advanced to the play-in stage, where they will go head-to-head on May 13 (6:30 PM/Dyn) in Oldenburg.
Oldenburg's remarkable turnaround from seemingly sinking at the close of April to securing four straight wins is a testament to their grit and resilience. Case in point, Ludwigsburg squandering a 22-point lead in Munich—an occurrence highly improbable at the time.
Home Turf Gives Oldenburg an Edge
Fortune favors the bold, and as it turns out, the home court advantage as well. With an impressive 13 wins out of 16 games at home, Oldenburg couldn't have asked for a better scenario as they prepare for the Rostock Seawolves. Coach Mladen Drijencic expressed his relief, stating, "I'm thankful I don't need to lug my suitcase around, and all I need to do is pull out our scouting report on Rostock."
Oldenburg's previous victory against Rostock on April 26 (92:79) provided a solid foundation for their upcoming clash. If they replicate that success on May 13, they'll advance to face the loser of the Alba Berlin vs. Syntainics MBC play-in match.
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The enrichment data reveals that Rostock's season came to an end after losing the play-in match to Oldenburg (95-83), while Oldenburg advanced to face the loser of Alba Berlin vs. MBC later in May. The winner of the latter play-in match will go head-to-head with Oldenburg, with the victor earning a spot against the regular-season leaders, Bayern Munich, in the quarterfinals. The playoffs from this stage onward will be contested in a best-of-five format. Meanwhile, third-place Löwen Braunschweig starts their playoff journey directly from the quarterfinals against Würzburg Baskets beginning May 18.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the protection of the environment, as EWE Baskets Oldenburg continues to shine on the basketball court. Oldenburg, having secured a playoff spot in a thrilling upset, will now face Rostock in the play-in stage, with the winner advancing to contend against the regular-season leaders, Bayern Munich, in the quarterfinals.
