Shock loss for Uni Baskets: Starting errors cost important points!

On December 29, 2024, the University of Baskets lost 83:91 against Hagen. The main problem for the University of Baskets was the lack of focus in the opening district, which was clearly addressed by Götz Rohdewald, head coach at the University of Baskets. He noted that defensive made mistakes that Hagen received numerous open throws and that ball losses contributed significantly to defeat. Rohdewald expressed that the necessary focus for impending away wins against strong teams was inadequate.

The Phoenix head coach Chris Harris praised his team's strong performance against the University of Baskets. He particularly emphasized the support of the spectators in critical game phases as well as the aggressive defense and the quick switching that led to simple throws. Götz Rohdewald described the game as very difficult, especially the difficulties in the first half when the University of Baskets found no rhythm. Defensive mistakes and an excess of dribbling burdened the game in the first half.

player opinions and outlook

The players of the University of Baskets also expressed defeat. Jonas Weitzel explained that the 33 points that were collected in the first quarter had a negative impact on the start of the game. The game plan was not successful in the initial phase, which led to defensive errors and made numerous open throws possible for the opponent. Oliver Pahnke spoke of a bad start, which could be partially made up for by the energy and use of the team. He was satisfied with the fighting spirit, but noticed that the game in the third quarter could have overturned what the team had not mastered so well in the past season.

Adam Touray reported a return in the second quarter, although small faulty actions ultimately cost the game. He praised the team performance in the second quarter, where the ball was moved well and emphasized that the upcoming games were against Vechta and Quakenbrück.

as with Gameday , the University of Baskets had a significant increase in performance in the second half and found its rhythm back. The rebounds were crucial for the course of the game, static meetings of the game and the conviction of Rohdewald that the University of Baskets worked well in difficult encounters against strong opponents. Andac Yapicier, head coach of the Giants, praised the energy of the fans and the performance of the University of Baskets and described them as one of the best team in the league that has great self -confidence.