BBL Daily - 29 October 2026
European Cups
Gladiators Trier win 103:80 in Czech Republic
The Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier secured a convincing 103:80 win over BK Opava in the FIBA Europe Cup. Austin Crowley led the scoring for Trier with 19 points. The team, featuring Terrell Harris, Jordan Roland, Austin Crowley, Moritz Krimmer, and Marten Linßen in the starting lineup, dominated the game from the start. Trier’s defense was solid, holding Opava to just 80 points, and they controlled the pace of the game. Opava’s best chance came from three-pointers, but Trier’s offense was too strong, with Eli Brooks and Jordan Roland making several key shots. The win moves Trier to the next round, and they will face Trepca in their next home game in the FIBA Europe Cup on Wednesday.
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Syntainics MBC Wins Third ENBL Game, Takes Top Spot
Syntainics MBC has taken the top spot in ENBL’s Group A after their third win in as many games. They defeated Croatian first-division team KK Dubrava Zagreb 101-78 on Wednesday, with Vuk Radojicic scoring 30 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. The team’s balanced performance, with 12 players contributing, was praised by head coach Vladimir Jovanovic. The win was secured despite a slow start, with the Wölfe taking a 22-12 lead in the 9th minute and never looking back. The team will face Veolia Towers Hamburg in their next easyCredit BBL game on Sunday. Radojicic, DeLonnie Hunt, Borisa Simanic, and Kostja Mushidi all scored in double digits for Syntainics MBC.
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Vechta falls to Hapoel Maoz Daniel Holon in Basketball Champions League
Rasta Vechta suffered their third loss in the Basketball Champions League, falling 81-88 to Hapoel Maoz Daniel Holon from Israel. The game was played in front of 1,918 spectators, with five Vechta players scoring in double figures. Lester Medford led Holon with 23 points, five three-pointers, and seven assists. Vechta’s Tommy Kuhse played nearly 23 minutes, scoring 12 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and dishing out six assists. Despite a strong start and a comeback attempt, Vechta ultimately fell short, with Holon taking the lead in Group F.
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Niners Chemnitz stun EuroCup titleholders JL Bourg-en-Bresse 96:77
The Niners Chemnitz have made a statement in the EuroCup, defeating reigning champion JL Bourg-en-Bresse 96:77. The win marks their fourth in five games, with Ben Burnham leading the way with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and an impressive 80% three-point shooting (4/5). The Saxons took an early lead, but the visitors fought back before Chemnitz responded with a strong run. The Niners’ three-point shooting was particularly effective, with over 50% of their attempts converting. In the second half, Chemnitz continued to dominate, with Burnham leading the charge as they pulled away to a 78:49 lead after three quarters. The game was effectively over before the final quarter, with the last ten minutes becoming a formality.
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Alba Berlin Suffers First Loss in EuroCup After Three Straight Wins
Alba Berlin’s women’s basketball team suffered their first loss in the EuroCup after three consecutive wins, falling 72:54 to GEAS Basket in Milan. The Berliners struggled to keep pace with the strong home team, who shot 50% from three-point range. GEAS took a 14:6 lead after seven minutes and never looked back, taking a 24:15 lead after the first quarter. Alba Berlin tried to mount a comeback, but GEAS maintained a comfortable lead throughout the game. The decisive blow came in the final quarter, when GEAS went on a 18:0 run, securing the win before Alba Berlin could respond with an 8:0 run of their own. The loss marks a setback for Alba Berlin, who will look to bounce back in their next game against the halfit LIONS on Sunday.
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Niners Chemnitz face tough test against EuroCup champions Bourg-en-Bresse
Niners Chemnitz are still reeling from their 88-98 defeat in Würzburg, but they have little time to recover as they host EuroCup champions Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse on Wednesday. The French team has bounced back from a slow start to the season, winning two crucial games in a row. Chemnitz, on the other hand, is struggling with a short preparation period and extensive travel schedule, having played eight of their 12 games on the road since September. The team is also in a transitional phase, with new players Ryan Mikesell and Cobe Williams recently joining the roster. In the EuroCup matchup, Urald King and Darion Atkins would be eligible to play, but this would require further adjustments from the team. Chemnitz is currently in third place in their BKT-EuroCup group, just behind Bourg, and a win would be a significant boost in their quest for playoff spots.
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ALBA Berlin extend winning streak with 103:100 win over Bilbao
ALBA Berlin continued their winning streak with a 103:100 victory over Surne Bilbao in the Uber Arena. The visitors from the Basque Country took the lead in the first half, but Berlin made a comeback in the second half, thanks in part to the play of Jordan Ford and Brandon Angel. ALBA’s coach Pedro Calles praised the defensive stops made by his team in the second half, which gave them confidence for their offense. Bilbao’s coach Jaume Ponsarnau acknowledged that his team had a good first half, but struggled to capitalize on their opportunities and were hurt by their own mistakes, which allowed ALBA to score easy fastbreak points and take control of the game. The win extends ALBA’s winning streak, but Calles warned that the next game in Bilbao will be even tougher.
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Around the League
Hamburg Towers Fall to Rostock SEAWOLVES in NBBL Matchup
The Hamburg Towers suffered a 82-74 loss to the Rostock SEAWOLVES in their NBBL match. The Towers initially trailed, but managed to take the lead before halftime and were even ahead in the third quarter. However, they ultimately lost the game due to their inability to secure rebounds, which allowed Rostock to gain second chances. Additionally, Hamburg struggled to maintain an offensive rhythm and consistently execute their game plan, particularly in crucial phases. Rostock’s successful three-pointers proved decisive, and the Towers were unable to overcome the deficit, ultimately falling 82-74.
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Alba Berlin edges out Bilbao in thrilling Champions League match
Alba Berlin won a thrilling Champions League match against Spanish team Surne Bilbao, taking the lead 103:100 after trailing by as much as 13 points. The match, played in front of 8,171 fans, saw the German champions overcome a strong Bilbao team to become the sole leaders in their group. Brandon Angel led the scoring for Alba with 24 points, while Jordan Ford added 21. The match was marked by a physical and intense game, with both teams struggling to gain control. Alba eventually found their rhythm in the third quarter, going on a 26:11 run to take the lead. However, Bilbao fought back, and the match remained close until the final seconds, when Justin Bean hit a three-pointer to secure the win for Alba.
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LUX-top Extends Partnership with VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier
LUX-top, a Luxembourg-based company specializing in fall protection systems, has extended its partnership with the VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier for the 2026/27 season. The company has been supporting the team in the easyCredit BBL since last season and will continue to do so in the upcoming season, which marks the team’s return to European competition after over 20 years. LUX-top has been developing fall protection systems since 1994 and has gained a reputation as a successful and well-known company in the region. The team’s Head of Sales, Daniel Schiller, expressed his gratitude for the partnership and the trust LUX-top has placed in the team, looking forward to a successful future together. The partnership will allow LUX-top’s employees to experience top-level basketball regularly, and the company is excited to be part of the team’s journey in the upcoming season.
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