In the M-Division 1 Championship round, T71 Dudelange B secured a decisive victory over US Heffingen B with a final score of 96-59. The game, held at Grimler/Central, saw T71 Dudelange B dominate from the start, establishing a commanding 33-10 lead in the first quarter. This early advantage set the tone for the rest of the match, as T71B maintained their momentum throughout.
Nevzat Dzudzevic was a standout performer for T71B, contributing significantly with 36 points, showcasing his scoring prowess with multiple successful shots from beyond the arc. Léo Martin Gutierrez-Ortega also made a notable impact, adding 19 points to the team's tally. Andy Eicke, standing at 1.98 meters, played a crucial role in the paint, scoring 14 points and providing a strong presence defensively.
For US Heffingen B, Gerry Schuder Minden led the scoring with 22 points, demonstrating his ability to find the basket despite the team's struggles. Lee Bourgeois added 17 points, but the team was unable to close the gap established early by T71B. Albin Azemi and Frank Jacoby also contributed to the scoring, but their efforts were insufficient to mount a comeback.
The game saw a series of scoring runs, particularly from Dzudzevic, who scored consecutively at various points, further extending T71B's lead. Despite a strong effort in the fourth quarter, where Heffingen outscored T71B 19-15, the deficit was too large to overcome. This victory marks a positive turn for T71B, breaking a streak of losses and providing a morale boost as they continue in the championship round.
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