EuroLeague Basketball: Alba scores shock win over Milan despite 8 players missing – footboom1.com

Alba Berlin achieved a stunning come-from-behind victory over Emporio Armani Milan in the EuroLeague despite being without eight key players. This determined, impromptu team defeated the powerhouse team 105-101 in overtime in front of 7,717 spectators.

The win marks Alba’s second success in nine matches. Berlin’s standout performers were Gabriele Procida, who scored 29 points, and Trevion Williams, who contributed 23 points.

Head coach Israel Gonzalez was able to use playmaker Matteo Spagnuolo, but the injured list includes captains Martin Hermansson (Achilles tendon), Will McDowell-White (ligament tear) and Ruiz.・Including Olindo (mild concussion), there were a total of eight players absent. The team supplemented with three players from partnership club Roch Bernau.

Despite the difficult circumstances, the Berlin team showed admirable spirit. They fought hard for every possession and played strong defense. At one point in the first quarter, they briefly took the lead (13-11). Milan responded quickly and showed what they were capable of, but Alba stayed close and tied the game again at 31-31 midway through the second quarter.

After half-time, Alba continued to show great effort and endurance. They fought until the end, tying the game at 92-92 with 34 seconds left. Matteo Spagnuolo missed his last shot, but in extra time Alba seized the momentum, maintained their lead and, with heartfelt determination, finished the match celebrating a stunning victory.