In the M-U14 Division 2: Phase finale, Racing Luxembourg secured a victory over BBC East Side Pirates with a final score of 76-68. The game, held at Wasserbillig, was closely contested, with Racing Luxembourg maintaining a slight edge throughout most of the match.
The first quarter ended with Racing Luxembourg leading 18-17, setting the tone for a competitive game. In the second quarter, Racing extended their lead to 37-29, thanks to consistent scoring from players like Elhadj Ibrahim Diallo and Martin Cuesta Jaramillo. Diallo, the team captain, was instrumental in maintaining the lead, contributing significantly with 20 points. Cuesta Jaramillo also played a pivotal role, adding 25 points to the scoreboard.
BBC East Side Pirates, led by Emil Denter with 25 points, attempted to close the gap in the third quarter. However, Racing Luxembourg's defense held strong, and they managed to extend their lead to 57-44 by the end of the third quarter. The Pirates made a strong push in the final quarter, outscoring Racing 24-19, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit.
Notably, the Pirates' Kendley Rosa Pina and Mil Boby were active on the court, with Boby contributing 7 points and Rosa Pina adding 3 points. Despite their efforts, the Pirates couldn't capitalize on their opportunities, and Racing Luxembourg's consistent performance secured their win.
This victory marks Racing Luxembourg's third consecutive win, moving them to the top of the classification with a ranking gain of 4 positions. Meanwhile, BBC East Side Pirates remain in second place, unable to improve their ranking after this loss.
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