BBL Daily - 28 October 2026

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October 28, 2026

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Trier edges Vechta 97-88 in BBL matchup

Played Saturday, 24 October 2026 (updated with new sources)

The VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier secured their fifth win in the sixth game of the easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga season, defeating RASTA Vechta 97-88. Eli Brooks led the scoring for Trier with 22 points, including five three-pointers, and six assists. Brooks’ performance was key in the fourth quarter, where Trier made five three-pointers, including two from Brooks, to seal the win. RASTA Vechta’s Armaan Franklin scored 23 points, while Matt Lewis contributed 14 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. The game was closely contested, with Trier trailing by as many as 19 points in the second quarter before mounting a comeback. In the end, Trier’s three-point shooting proved decisive, as they made 9 of 19 attempts from beyond the arc. The win marked a successful outing for Trier, who will next face BK Opava in the FIBA Europe Cup on Wednesday. RASTA Vechta, meanwhile, will look to bounce back from the loss and continue their rebuilding efforts after a tough start to the season.

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Würzburg win at home, NINERS Chemnitz suffer third straight loss

Played Monday, 26 October 2026

The Fitness First Würzburg Baskets won their easyCredit BBL home game against NINERS Chemnitz 98-88. Würzburg had a high three-point shooting percentage in the first half, and seven players scored in double figures. NINERS Chemnitz suffered their third straight loss, despite Calvin Wishart and Max Jones each hitting three three-pointers in the first half. Würzburg took a 77-55 lead in the third quarter, but Chemnitz made a comeback, and the game was decided by a three-pointer by Sam Griffin with no time left. Brandon Tischler had 10 points and 8 rebounds for Würzburg, while Ryan Mikesell had 7 points and 4 rebounds and 4 assists for Chemnitz.

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European Cups

Bamberg Baskets Suffer Heavy Defeat in BCL

The Bamberg Baskets suffered a crushing 61-95 defeat to Itelyum Varese in the Basketball Champions League on Tuesday. The loss drops the team to fourth place in Group D. Varese dominated the game from the start, leading 26-46 at halftime. The Baskets struggled to contain Varese’s physical and aggressive defense, committing 13 turnovers in the first half. Varese’s Hunter Hale led the scoring with 22 points, while Jordan Jones was the top scorer for the Baskets with 25 points. The defeat was witnessed by 3,637 spectators in the BROSE ARENA.

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Gladiators Trier face Opava in FIBA Europe Cup

The Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier are on a roll in the FIBA Europe Cup, leading their group with three wins in three games. They face BK Opava in the Czech Republic, who are struggling with a 2-1 record. The Gladiators will be looking to extend their lead, while Opava will aim to bounce back from their losses. Opava’s strength lies in rebounding, but the Gladiators have an advantage in shooting percentages and scoring. The game will be broadcast live and for free on swr.de/sport, sportschau.de, the SWR Sport YouTube channel, and the ARD Mediathek. The Gladiators have a strong roster, with players like Jakub Slavik and Simon Pursl averaging over 13 points per game, and Elijah Tucker and Ethan Chargois contributing 12 and 9 points per game respectively. The game is part of the FIBA Europe Cup group phase, with the Gladiators looking to maintain their unbeaten record.

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ratiopharm Ulm wins third Eurocup game with 86:68 victory

ratiopharm Ulm secured their third win in the Eurocup with an 86:68 victory over Lietkabelis Panevezys on Tuesday. The German team had a slow start, but managed to take the lead after five minutes, 13:13. Jaylen Sims was a key player for Ulm, hitting several three-pointers and leading the team’s fast breaks. Panevezys struggled after losing their top scorer Ivan Fevrier to injury, and Ulm took a 50:42 lead into the second half. The game was marked by a lack of intensity in the third quarter, with both teams committing fouls and losing possession of the ball. However, Ulm’s strong defense and offense allowed them to maintain a 67:51 lead going into the final quarter. Panevezys was unable to mount a comeback, and Ulm secured the win with an 86:68 final score. The team will next face Oldenburg in a Bundesliga match on Saturday.

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Schnorpfeil GmbH & Co. KG Extends Partnership with VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier

German construction company Christoph Schnorpfeil GmbH & Co. KG has extended its partnership with the VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier for another season in the easyCredit BBL and FIBA Europe Cup. The company, which has been involved with the team for some time, will continue to provide support for the team’s home games in the SWT Arena. According to Daniel Schiller, Head of Sales for the Gladiators, both parties have profited from the partnership in previous seasons and are looking forward to the current season. Schnorpfeil GmbH & Co. KG is a well-established company with over 180 employees, known for their work in Tief- und Straßenbau, including the design of outdoor facilities and gabions.

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Alba Berlin Seeks to Confirm Form in EuroCup Match Against GEAS

Alba Berlin will look to confirm their recent form in their upcoming EuroCup match against GEAS Basket in Milan on Wednesday. The Berliners have won their last three games, including a 73-52 victory over Eisvogel Umschenheim on Sunday, where all ten players who took to the court scored at least 17 minutes. New signing Katerina Marini contributed nine points to the win, and was pleased with the team’s performance, particularly in the second half.

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Skyliners Frankfurt defeat Romanian champions U-BT Cluj-Napoca in EuroCup

Skyliners Frankfurt secured a 113:97 victory over Romanian champions U-BT Cluj-Napoca in the EuroCup. The Hessen-based team dominated the game, especially in the second half, to take a clear lead. Till Pape and Judah Mintz led the scoring with 17 points each, with six Frankfurt players scoring in double digits. The win puts the Skyliners in second place in Group B, ahead of Cluj-Napoca, who had been tied with them on two wins and two losses. The Skyliners’ third win in five games has demonstrated their international competitiveness.

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Around the League

Niners Chemnitz Fall Short Against Würzburg in BBL

Niners Chemnitz suffered a defeat against Würzburg in the BBL, failing to overcome a significant deficit after three quarters. Despite a late surge, the team from Chemnitz was unable to catch up, ultimately falling short. The loss marks another setback for Niners Chemnitz, who have struggled to find consistency in their performances this season.

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Phoenix Hagen Host RASTA Vechta in Crucial BBL Matchup

Phoenix Hagen will face RASTA Vechta at the Ischelandhalle on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 20:00 Uhr. The two teams are both in the Netto BBL Pokal quarterfinals, having overcome significant deficits in their previous matches. Hagen won 107-98 in Ulm, while Vechta came back from a 20-point deficit to beat Ludwigsburg 75-72. Both teams have players in the easyCredit BBL top 5, with Trenton Gibson (19.0 points), Tibor Pleiß (10.0 rebounds), and Cameron Krutwig (5.8 assists) being notable examples. Chris Harris, head coach of Phoenix Hagen, believes Vechta’s experience, having already played 14 games this season, will be a challenge for his team.

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