Gießen 46ers before a decisive playoff game: concentration is in demand!

Gießen 46ers fight for playoff home law in the 2nd basketball Bundesliga. Next game against Vechta II.
Gießen 46ers fight for playoff home law in the 2nd basketball Bundesliga. Next game against Vechta II. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Gießen 46ers before a decisive playoff game: concentration is in demand!

The Gießen 46ers are in a decisive phase of the season in the 2nd basketball Bundesliga. On April 12, 2025, they are fighting for playoff home law and looking forward to their next game against the bottom of the table Rasta Vechta II. The game will take place on Sunday at 5 p.m. Trainer Branislav Ignjatovic has emphasized the importance of the game and wants to make sure that his team carefully prepares every aspect. Captain Robin Benzing also warns of arrogance and demands concentration and focus in order not to underestimate the strengths of the opponent.

Currently the Gießen 46ers occupy the 3rd place in the table and have already experienced difficulties with Rasta Vechta II in the past. Ignjatovic recognizes the quality of the opponent and is aware that Vechta can play without pressure after the fixed descent, which could be a special challenge. Nevertheless, the Gießen 46ers are optimistic, look back on their latest achievements and are determined to continue success.

last game and home law secured

In her last game, which took place in the Gießen-Ost sports hall, the Gießen 46ers Rasta Vechta were able to defeat with 86:77. They celebrated this success in front of 2,946 spectators and thus secured home rights for the upcoming playoffs. The team won three of the four quarters, which was made possible by an aggressive defense that led to 17 ball losses at Vechta.

Jordan Barnes was the best scorer of the game with 18 points, while other players like Stefan Fundic played an important role with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Nico Brauner and Luis Figge also contributed 12 points to victory. In the individual quarters, Gießen was particularly convincing in the first and third quarters what helped them to assert the lead and win the game.

The Gießen 46ers rely on a powerful starting five, which coach Ignjatovic may be adapted due to an Enosch Wolf contract. These adjustments and the tactical preparation are crucial to be successful again in the next game against Rasta Vechta II.

statistics and analysis

basketball statistics offer valuable insights that can be crucial for team development and game strategies. The Offensive and defensive rating, which measure the points per possession, deserve special attention. Current statistics show that the Gießen 46ers have found a good balance between offensive and defensive in the past games.

The central concepts in basketball, such as possession of the ball, throwing attempts and rebounds, are decisive for the success of a team. In the last games, Gießen was able to secure a large number of rebounds and punishes their opponents through efficient scoring. These strategic elements and a high pace in their games have contributed to securing their current table position.

With the upcoming game against Rasta Vechta II, the Gießen 46ers have the opportunity to demonstrate their strength and to take another step towards playoff house law. The tension is high and the team is ready to give everything.

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