Hagen is subject to nervous Giants: Another setback for Düsseldorf!

On January 8, 2025, the Art Giants Düsseldorf lost their home game against Phoenix Hagen with 76:88 points. Despite the home advantage, the Giants failed to win control over the game. After just five minutes, they were back with ten points. The weak throw rate of below average 39% compared to Hagens strong 58% turned out to be crucial for the outcome of the game.

In the seventh minute, the rebound ratio was already 2: 9 in favor of Hagen. The Giants had to go into the first quarter break with a 14-point deficit. In the second quarter, Phoenix Hagen expanded the lead to impressive 20 points at half -time. Even in the third quarter, the Giants could not take advantage of Hagen's weak phase; On the contrary, the gap grew to 27 points.

attempt to catch up

In the fourth quarter there was a short glimmer of hope for the Art Giants when they could reduce the gap to 66:79 with a 10: 4 run. However, the throwing quota of the Giants remained problematic, especially in the 33rd minute when they only achieved 33%. Ultimately, the game ended with 76:88 in favor of Hagen.

Coach Zazai commented dissatisfied about the performance of his team after the game and demanded more focus from the start. The best points collectors of the Giants were hard with 14 points, followed by Averette with 11 and Teichmann, Henry and Spearman, each scored 10 points.

Further information on the statistics and the course of the game are available at SOFASCORE where box scores and player statistics are also provided. Previously, the Art Giants Düsseldorf competed against Phoenix Hagen on January 3, 2025, which enables details about previous encounters.