Ulm's Bakerball Titans Rally for Overtime Victory in Eurocup
Ratiopharm Ulm, the German basketball champions, continued their Eurocup journey with a thrilling 99-88 victory in overtime against the Aris Thessaloniki squad in Greece. With this hard-fought success, Ulm now boasts a 6-2 record in Group B, keeping their chances of advancing to the next round of the tournament genuinely tantalizing.
The game in the Greek port city started off with Aris Thessaloniki taking an early 21-30 lead, but Ulm quickly responded with a 9-0 run. The back-and-forth battle continued, with neither team gaining a substantial advantage until the final minutes.
Tension filled the air as the clock wound down, and with six seconds remaining, Aris managed to tie the game at 81-81 with a buzzer-beating three-point shot, forcing overtime.
In the extra session, Ulm proved to be more effective, sealing their sixth win in the Eurocup. Trevion Williams led the scoring with 20 points, highlighting Urlim's overall team effort.
The triumph for Ulm comes amid a period of incisive competition in Group B. As of now, Valencia Basket occupies the top position, followed by Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem, and several other teams, including Ulm, closely behind.
Despite this latest win, Ulm experienced a setback with three consecutive losses recently, leading to a spirited battle to preserve their position in the top six and secure a playoff berth. Their defensive performance has particularly struggled during this stretch, and Ulm must prioritize improving in this area to remain competitive in Group B.
As Ulm continues their Eurocup journey, basketball fans in Germany and around the world will eagerly watch their progress and support the champions on their quest for more Eurocup success.
