In the M-Division 3 matchup held at holleschb2/terrain 2, Telstar Hesperange D (TELD) secured a decisive victory over Résidence Walferdange C (RESC) with a final score of 71-42. The game was marked by TELD's consistent performance across all quarters, particularly in the second quarter where they outscored RESC 19-8, establishing a commanding lead that they maintained throughout the game.
TELD's offensive efforts were spearheaded by Sylvain Felten, who contributed significantly with 27 points, showcasing his scoring ability with both 2-point and 3-point shots. Christophe Thil also played a crucial role, adding 17 points to the team's total. Both players demonstrated effective shooting, with Thil hitting a notable 3-pointer in the second quarter. Pascal Wohl, despite committing multiple fouls, managed to add 8 points, contributing to TELD's robust performance.
For RESC, Rayan Essifi was the standout player, scoring 21 points and keeping his team in contention during the early stages of the game. Jules Fort, the team captain, added 15 points, but the team struggled to find additional scoring support. RESC's offensive efforts were hindered by turnovers and missed opportunities, which TELD capitalized on to extend their lead.
The game saw TELD on a roll, particularly in the second quarter, where they scored 19 points in a row, effectively putting the game out of reach for RESC. TELD's defensive strategy also played a significant role, limiting RESC to just 7 points in the final quarter. Despite the loss, RESC's Essifi and Fort showed resilience, but the lack of depth in scoring options proved costly.
This victory marks a positive turn for TELD, who have now won two consecutive games, breaking a previous pattern of alternating wins and losses. Meanwhile, RESC will need to regroup and address their offensive challenges to improve their standing in the division.
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