Berlin, Germany – , saw ALBA Berlin secure a victory over Karditsa Iaponiki in the Round of 16 of the Basketball Champions League. The game, played at the Uber Arena in Berlin, concluded with a final score reflecting ALBA’s dominance: ALBA 84, KARD 80.
A Tight Contest in Berlin
The game unfolded as a closely contested affair, with both teams demonstrating competitive spirit throughout all four quarters. ALBA Berlin established an early lead, finishing the first quarter with 15 points to Karditsa Iaponiki’s 24. However, ALBA responded strongly in the second quarter, adding 25 points to their tally while holding Karditsa to 19, bringing the halftime score to 40-43 in favor of the Greek team.
The third quarter witnessed a shift in momentum as ALBA Berlin outscored Karditsa 17 to 21, narrowing the gap. The final quarter proved decisive, with ALBA Berlin delivering a strong performance, scoring 27 points against Karditsa’s 16, ultimately securing the win. The final score of 84-80 demonstrates the competitive nature of the match.
Key Performances and Game Statistics
Malte Delow of ALBA Berlin led his team in efficiency with a score of 22, while Noah Horchler topped the scoring charts with 26 points. Detailed game statistics reveal a field goal percentage of 47% for ALBA Berlin and 51% for Karditsa Iaponiki. The three-point shooting accuracy differed significantly, with ALBA achieving 36.7% compared to Karditsa’s 71.4%. Free throw percentages were also distinct, with ALBA at 63.6% and Karditsa at an impressive rate of 57.6%.
Throughout the game, the lead changed hands multiple times, with ALBA Berlin leading for a total of 36 minutes and 24 seconds. The largest lead of the game was 11 points, while the biggest scoring run was 5-0 over 2 minutes and 36 seconds. The game featured a total of 0 lead changes.
Officials and Attendance
The game was officiated by a team of experienced referees: Ariadna Chueca (ESP), Petar Pesic (SRB), and Alberto Sanchez (ESP). Timo Probst served as the Commissioner/Technical Delegate for the match. A substantial crowd of 6,556 spectators attended the game at the Uber Arena, creating a vibrant atmosphere for the Round of 16 clash.
Looking Ahead: Round of 16 Implications
This victory for ALBA Berlin propels them forward in the Basketball Champions League 2025-26 season. As of , the result positions ALBA Berlin favorably in the Round of 16, although the specific implications for their advancement within the tournament bracket remain to be seen. The competition is fierce, and further matches will determine their path to the later stages of the Champions League.
Karditsa Iaponiki, despite a strong showing and impressive shooting from beyond the arc, were unable to overcome ALBA Berlin’s overall performance. Their participation in the Basketball Champions League continues, and they will undoubtedly seek to leverage the experience gained in this challenging match in their future contests.
Media Coverage and Highlights
Highlights of the game between ALBA Berlin and Karditsa Iaponiki are available on YouTube, offering fans a chance to relive the key moments of the Round of 16 encounter. A press conference following the game has also been released, providing insights from team representatives and coaches. Sofascore provides video highlights and a live schedule of basketball games, including those from the Basketball Champions League.
Xscores.com offers a live score and result recap of the game, along with head-to-head statistics, allowing fans to track team form and past results. SportyTrader also provided live score updates and commentary during the match on , indicating a future scheduled game between the two teams.
The competitive spirit displayed by both ALBA Berlin and Karditsa Iaponiki underscores the growing excitement surrounding the Basketball Champions League. As the tournament progresses, fans can anticipate further thrilling matchups and compelling performances from teams across Europe.
