BBL Daily - 21 October 2026

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October 21, 2026

Games

Niners Chemnitz cruise past Löwen Braunschweig in BBL Pokal

Niners Chemnitz dominated Löwen Braunschweig 102:75 in the BBL Pokal, advancing to the quarterfinals. The Chemnitz team, led by coach Rodrigo Pastore, took control from the start, building a 31:10 lead by the end of the first quarter. Despite a late surge by Braunschweig, Chemnitz maintained their lead, with Ben Burnham scoring 24 points. For Braunschweig, DeJour Reaves led the team with 16 points, but the Löwen were unable to mount a significant challenge. The loss marks the end of Braunschweig’s BBL Pokal campaign, while Chemnitz will face a new challenge in the quarterfinals.

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Skyliners defeat Gladiators Trier in Netto BBL Pokal

The Frankfurt Skyliners defeated the Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier 78-65 in the Netto BBL Pokal. The Gladiators struggled with poor shooting percentages and a lack of flow, which ultimately led to their defeat. Jordan Roland led the Gladiators with 15 points. The Skyliners took an early lead and never looked back, with Thomas Klepeisz scoring the first points of the game. The Gladiators had trouble converting their shots, and despite some early attempts, they remained scoreless for three minutes. Eli Brooks eventually broke the drought with a basket, but the Gladiators continued to struggle, and the Skyliners took a 15-22 lead into the first quarter break. The Skyliners continued to build on their lead in the second quarter, while the Gladiators struggled to find their offense. The Gladiators’ Behnam Yakhchali scored 13 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Skyliners’ strong performance.

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Hamburg Falls Short Against Bayern in Netto BBL Pokal

Veolia Towers Hamburg was eliminated from the Netto BBL Pokal after a 63:85 loss to FC Bayern München Basketball in the quarterfinals. Emil Marshall made his debut for Hamburg and scored his first points in the game. Matthys Kangudia led the team with 16 points. Coach Benka Barloschky stated that Hamburg’s shooting performance was lacking, and that Bayern’s experience and size gave them an advantage. Osaro Rich noted that when Bayern gets into a rhythm, it’s difficult for Hamburg to come back from a significant deficit. Despite the loss, Rich was pleased with Marshall’s debut and the opportunity to score his first points. Marshall himself reflected on the game, saying that while it was a tough loss, he was proud of the team’s effort, particularly in the first quarter.

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Alba Berlin Secure Cup Quarterfinal Spot with 83:71 Win over Bamberg

Alba Berlin secured their spot in the Netto BBL Cup quarterfinals with an 83:71 win over BMA365 Bamberg Baskets on October 19. The game was played in front of 8,615 fans at the Uber Arena, with Alba Berlin overcoming a long-time deficit to take control of the game. Justin Bean and Malte Delow were key contributors for Alba Berlin, who will now face Phoenix Hagen in the quarterfinals. Alba Berlin’s captain, Jonas Mattisseck, praised the team’s ability to adapt to the game, while head coach Pedro Calles highlighted the importance of mental toughness and team cohesion. Bamberg’s head coach, Jesús Ramírez, congratulated Alba Berlin on their win and wished them well in the remainder of the cup competition and the season.

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ALBA Berlin Dethrone Cup Champs Bamberg in Thrilling Netto BBL Pokal Match

ALBA Berlin knocked out reigning Netto BBL Pokal German Cup winners BMA365 Bamberg Baskets 83-71 to reach the Quarter-Finals. The match was a thrilling one, with Bamberg taking a strong lead in the first half, but Berlin’s defense tightened up in the second half, allowing them to take control of the game. Berlin’s Justin Bean led the scoring with 20 points, followed by Malte Delow with 18. Bamberg’s Richard Balint had 13 points, and Mylik Wilson had a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds. The win marks a significant upset for Berlin, who are now just three wins from winning their record 12th championship. The Quarter-Finals will be played from December 11-14, with Berlin set to face Phoenix Hagen.

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European Cups

Rostock Seawolves’ Home Game Against Aris Thessaloniki Sold Out

The Rostock Seawolves’ home game against Aris Thessaloniki on October 20th is sold out. The game, which will be broadcast live by MagentaSport starting at 19:50, marks the first time in the team’s EuroCup history that a home game has been completely sold out. The opposing team, Aris Thessaloniki, has been impressive in the BKT EuroCup, winning their three games so far with a minimum of 13-point margins. They are currently leading their group with a 3-0 record and are one of five teams that have yet to lose a game in the competition. Aris’s roster includes several experienced players, including Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, E.J. Liddell, and Khem Birch, as well as the Antetokounmpo brothers, Kostas and Thanasis. The game will be played under high security measures due to the reputation of Aris’s fans for their passionate and temperamental support.

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Rostock Seawolves Suffer Defeat Against Thessaloniki

Over 800 fans from Thessaloniki attended the EuroCup game between Rostock Seawolves and Thessaloniki on Tuesday evening. The Rostock Seawolves were unable to capitalize on their chances, ultimately losing the game. The exact score was not specified in the article, but it was clear that Thessaloniki emerged victorious. The large number of fans from Thessaloniki created a lively atmosphere in the Rostock Stadthalle, transforming it into a ‘tollhaus’ or wild house. The game was part of the EuroCup competition, which is a significant international basketball tournament.

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Syntainics MBC Head to Lausanne for European North Basketball League Matchup

Syntainics MBC will face Pully Lausanne Foxes in the European North Basketball League (ENBL) on Wednesday. This is the team’s second trip to Switzerland in their history, and their first ENBL season game was a 106:84 win over Bristol Flyers last week. The Foxes have lost their first three games, including a 71:94 defeat to Kapfenberg and an 88:97 loss to Tiflis in Georgia. Syntainics MBC coach Vladimir Jovanovic has a connection to the Foxes, as the team’s sport director Silvano Poropat was the coach of Syntainics MBC in the 2012/13 season, when Chad Timberlake was the team’s top scorer. Timberlake is now the coach of Syntainics MBC and will face his former team in Lausanne.

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NINERS Chemnitz Seek to Continue Winning Streak in EuroCup

NINERS Chemnitz are looking to continue their winning momentum in the EuroCup, having secured two victories out of three games so far. Their next challenge comes on Wednesday, October 21, when they host Polish team Śląsk Wrocław. The Chemnitzers are coming off a strong performance in the BBL-Pokal, where they defeated Braunschweig 102-75 and advanced to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2022. They will face RASTA Vechta in the quarterfinals on December 12 or 13, with the opportunity to secure a home semifinal spot. Meanwhile, the team has bid farewell to center Alexander Richardson, who has joined Tigers Tübingen in the 2. Basketball-Bundesliga ProA after limited playing time with Chemnitz.

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German Clubs Face Top Favorites in BKT EuroCup and Basketball Champions League

The German clubs in the BKT EuroCup and Basketball Champions League have had a good start to the season, but this week they face a tough test. On Wednesday, Ulm, Frankfurt, and Bonn will play against top favorites in their respective groups, while Chemnitz faces a more evenly matched opponent. PAOK Saloniki, which has the opportunity to join the EuroLeague for 130 million euros, will host Ulm on Wednesday. The Greek club is playing in the EuroCup for the first time in 11 years, but it’s likely to be their last appearance in the competition due to the upcoming expansion of the EuroLeague and the introduction of a new franchise system.

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Alba Berlin Hosts Royal Castors Braine in EuroCup Women

Alba Berlin’s women’s basketball team is set to host Royal Castors Braine from Belgium in the EuroCup Women on Thursday evening. The Berliners are still searching for their first EuroCup win of the season, while the visitors from Belgium won their first group stage match. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM, with the FIBA live streaming the game for free on YouTube. The match marks the return of the EuroCup to the Sömmeringhalle, and it’s the first home game for Alba Berlin’s women’s team in the competition this season. Tickets for the game are available, with prices starting from 5 euros for children and youth, and free admission for children under 6 years old.

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SYNTAINICS MBC extends Mushidi, releases Clyburn

The SYNTAINICS MBC has announced two roster moves ahead of their ENBL game against Pully Lausanne Foxes. Kostja Mushidi has extended his contract with the team until the end of the 2026/27 season, while Kris Clyburn will leave the team with immediate effect. Clyburn’s original contract, which was set to run until 2028, has been terminated. In 8 games for the SYNTAINICS MBC in the easyCredit BBL, Netto BBL Pokal, and ENBL, Clyburn averaged 17.3 minutes per game and scored 6.3 points. Mushidi, who returned to the team before the season, averaged 13.1 points in 21.1 minutes per game in the same period. The team’s Geschäftsführer, Alexander Rolle, stated that Clyburn had requested the termination of his contract, citing that the team had not performed as expected. The team has thanked Clyburn for his contributions in 39 games and wishes him well for his future.

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Around the League

Young Hamburg Towers Win Home Opener in Ligapokal

The Hamburg Towers’ junior team, JBBL, won their home opener in the Ligapokal with a 79-57 victory over Metropol Youngstars. The team’s strong defense allowed them to take a 9-point lead into halftime. In the second half, the team focused on their

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Alba Berlin’s Jack Kayil Out Several Weeks with Muscle Injury

Alba Berlin’s Jack Kayil has suffered a muscle injury in his calf and will be out for several weeks. This is bad news for the team ahead of their cup quarterfinal match against Bamberg. Head coach Pedro Calles will also be without Kayil for several weeks.

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Skyliners Frankfurt Advance to BBL Pokal Quarterfinals

Skyliners Frankfurt have progressed to the BBL Pokal quarterfinals after defeating Gladiators Trier 78-65 in their eighthfinal match. The game, played at home, was closely contested until the third quarter, when Frankfurt took the lead and managed to maintain it until the end. The Skyliners will now learn their next opponent on Monday, with the quarterfinals scheduled for December 12-13. This victory marks Frankfurt’s advancement to the quarterfinals of the BBL Pokal competition.

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Seawolves Academy Suffers Defeats in JBBL, NBBL, and ProB

The Rostock Seawolves Academy teams suffered defeats in the JBBL, NBBL, and ProB competitions over the weekend. In the JBBL, the team lost to RASTA Academy 63-84 (40-39) on Friday, with Leonard Görl scoring 22 points, and then lost to the Young Twisters 70-88 (42-45) on Sunday, with Moritz Anders scoring 17 points. In the NBBL, the team lost to the NTSV Wildcats 79-84 (41-50) in their first game of the season. In ProB, the team lost to the SC Rist Wedel 63-90 (35-48), despite a strong performance from Matthes Tilsen with 13 points and 6 rebounds. The team’s next games will be on Halloween, with the women’s team facing the Braunschweig team at 15:00 and the ProB team facing an opponent to be determined at 18:30.

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Alba Berlin Youth Teams Start Season with Three Consecutive Home Wins

Alba Berlin’s youth teams made a strong start to the new season with three consecutive home wins. The ALBA JBBL and WNBL teams secured two decisive home victories against EWE Basket Juniors and ChemCats Chemnitz, respectively. The ALBA NBBL team also won at home against RASTA Academy from Vechta. In other news, Alba’s partner team LOK Bernau suffered their first defeat of the season in the ProB against Uni Baskets Münster. Meanwhile, the 2. DBBL Nord match between TuS Lichterfelde and SCALA Hamburg was awarded to TuS Lichterfelde due to SCALA’s absence. In the NBBL, Noah Isichei led Alba Berlin with 13 points, while Siim Suren and Sancho Pau Del Pino Kruse added 11 points each. Julius Quentin scored 16 points and grabbed 5 rebounds for Alba Berlin in the JBBL, while Essien Kafando contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds. In the WNBL, Mathilda Haensch led the team with 20 points, followed by Carolina Heymann with 17 points and Sophia Drame with 17 points. In the ProB, LOK Bernau’s Richard Schmitt scored 11 points, Anton Kemmer added 10 points and 2 rebounds, and Anton Nufer had 3 points and 5 assists.

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Bonn to Host Frankfurt in BBL Cup Quarterfinals

The Telekom Baskets Bonn will face the SKYLINERS Frankfurt in the quarterfinals of the Netto BBL Cup. The match will be held at the Telekom Dome in Bonn, with the exact date set for either December 12 or 13. This will be the first of two consecutive matches between the two teams, with the second game scheduled for December 20. Bonn’s Sport Director Savo Milovic expressed his team’s excitement about hosting a home game, but also acknowledged the challenge posed by Frankfurt, who are currently playing good basketball. Milovic emphasized that the outcome will depend on the form and lineup of both teams on the day of the match.

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BonnRhöndorf wins second derby in NBBL

BonnRhöndorf, a team from Telekom Baskets Bonn and Dragons Rhöndorf, won their second derby of the season in the NBBL with a 92:86 victory over Bayer Giants Leverkusen. The team is now in a good position to advance to the Final Four of the JBBL Cup 2026 after winning their second group game 107:46 against IBAM in Munich. In the JBBL, BonnRhöndorf’s sister team Baskets Bonn/Köln RAG lost 62:117 to Bayer Giants Leverkusen. BonnRhöndorf’s top scorer in the game was Marv.

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Science City Jena Signs Experienced Point Guard London Perrantes

Science City Jena has signed 32-year-old point guard London Perrantes, who has played in the NBA and is expected to bring stability to the team’s offense. Perrantes, who is 1.88 meters tall, has international experience and leadership qualities, having played in the NCAA, for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA, and most recently for Maroussi BC in Greece. He will wear the number 32 jersey and has a contract until the end of the season. Head coach Steven Esterkamp is looking forward to Perrantes’ experience and leadership, saying he will be able to guide the team and provide valuable impulses to the younger guards. Meanwhile, Kostja Mushidi will remain with the MBC until the end of the season, while Kris Clyburn has left the team.

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Alba Berlin Reach BBL Cup Quarterfinals with Win over Bamberg

Alba Berlin secured a spot in the BBL Cup quarterfinals with an 83-71 win over Bamberg Baskets, a repeat of last year’s final. The game was played in front of 8,615 spectators, with Justin Bean scoring 20 points and Malte Delow adding 18 for Berlin. The quarterfinals will take place on December 12-13, with Alba facing Phoenix Hagen on the road. Berlin struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, but improved in the second half, with Delow’s fastbreaks helping to take the lead. Alba’s defense improved in the second half, and they took a 76-63 lead with two minutes remaining, ultimately securing the win.

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Exclusive Look at Business Partners at Braunschweig’s Home Games

The Basketball Löwen Braunschweig offered an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their business operations during their home game against MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg. The team invited their business partners to experience the game from start to finish, and the Braunschweig team is now inviting fans to do the same. Interested individuals can contact the team via email at gefeller@basketball-loewen.de to inquire about the opportunity. No further details about the business operations or the game itself are provided in the article.

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Alba Berlin Hopeful After Cup Win Over Bamberg

Alba Berlin’s basketball team is hopeful that their recent cup win over Bamberg Baskets will be a turning point after a three-game losing streak in the Bundesliga. Captain Jonas Mattisseck said the team showed a lot of character in their 83-71 win on Monday. The team’s sports director, Himar Ojeda, believes the win will boost the team’s morale after a tough period. However, Ojeda warned that the team must remain patient and focused as they prepare to face Phoenix Hagen in the quarterfinals on December 12-13. The team is also dealing with injuries, including a muscle strain to young player Jack Kayil, but is hopeful that center Yankuba Sima and point guard Martin Hermannsson will return to action soon.

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Phoenix Hagen to face ALBA Berlin in Netto BBL Pokal quarterfinals

Phoenix Hagen will face ALBA Berlin in the quarterfinals of the Netto BBL Pokal, with the match scheduled to take place on either December 12 or 13, 2026. The exact date will be set by the easyCredit BBL soon. Phoenix Hagen fans with season tickets can secure their seats for the game starting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The deadline for purchasing additional day tickets is Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The game will determine a spot in the Netto Final Four, which will be held on February 20-21, 2027. Phoenix Hagen has a mixed record against ALBA Berlin, with two wins and four losses in their previous meetings.

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Vechta’s U19 Team Falls Short in Ligapokal Group Stage

Rasta Vechta’s U19 team had a chance to secure a spot in the Ligapokal semifinals after their opening win against Oldenburg, but a 65:77 loss to ALBA Berlin on Sunday put them in a tight spot. The team, led by Head Coach Hendrik Gruhn, fought hard despite being short-handed, with Moritz Grüß scoring 16 points and Epke Kruthaup adding 13 points and six assists. However, ALBA’s aggressive defense and 16 steals proved too much for Vechta, who committed 28 turnovers and shot just 42% from the field. With the group stage finale against Frankfurt on Sunday, Vechta still has a chance to reach the semifinals, but will need a win to secure their spot. The team is currently missing four players due to injury, including Louis Sutor, Tristan Gutersohn, Alan Chojnacki, and Malik Herges.

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