BBL Daily - 30 October 2026

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October 30, 2026

Games

Phoenix Hagen secure home win over Basketball Löwen Braunschweig

Played Sunday, 25 October 2026 (updated with new sources)

Phoenix Hagen won their home game against Basketball Löwen Braunschweig 88:73. The game was a closely contested affair, with the Löwen initially leading 20:25 after the first quarter. However, the Feuervögel took control in the second quarter, going on a 17:0 run and taking a 48:37 lead at halftime. The Löwen fought back in the third quarter, but ultimately fell short. Phoenix Hagen’s Trenton Gibson led the scoring with 22 points, while Tyler Polley added 20. Chris Harris, the head coach of Phoenix Hagen, attributed their win to their ability to bring the crowd into the game and their defensive play. Ramón Díaz, the head coach of the Löwen, congratulated Hagen on their win and acknowledged that his team had struggled with rebounding, allowing Phoenix to gain a small advantage in the final quarter. The game was played on October 25, 2026, with a crowd of 3,145 in attendance.

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Würzburg Baskets win at home against NINERS Chemnitz 98

Played Monday, 26 October 2026 (updated with new sources)

The Fitness First Würzburg Baskets won their home game against NINERS Chemnitz 98 with a final score of 98-88. This was Würzburg’s first home victory in the easyCredit BBL in 10 years. Chemnitz, who had been tipped as a playoff contender, are now at the bottom of the table after losing their sixth game in a row in the league. However, they have been more successful in the EuroCup, winning their fourth game in five matches with a 96-77 victory over Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse. Chemnitz’s coach Rodrigo Pastore has been able to play all eight of his import players at the same time in the EuroCup, but in the league he has to rotate his players due to the 6+6 rule, which has been made more difficult by the injury to Yohan Choupas.

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Phoenix Hagen to Unveil ProA Championship Banner

Played Friday, 30 October 2026

Phoenix Hagen will host RASTA Vechta on October 30, 2026, at 19:00 UTC. Before the game, a ceremony will take place at 19:45 UTC to unveil the ProA Championship Banner for the 2025/2026 season. The banner was presented to Phoenix Hagen by Christian Krings, Geschäftsführer of the BARMER 2. Basketball-Bundesliga, on the previous Sunday. Martin Schmidt, Geschäftsführer of Phoenix Hagen, and a special guest will be present for the unveiling. Tickets for the game are available at various sales points, including the Onlineshop, Fanstore, Thalia, and at the Ischelandhalle on the day of the game.

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Niners Chemnitz dominate MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg in EuroCup

Played Saturday, 31 October 2026

Niners Chemnitz secured a convincing 96:77 win over MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg in the EuroCup, with Ben Burnham leading the charge. Burnham’s ‘double-double’ of 22 points and 11 rebounds in under 23 minutes earned him the ‘Mann des Tages’ (man of the day) award. The team’s performance was impressive, with 23 assists and only 11 turnovers, and seven players scoring between 8 and 11 points. The win comes after a disappointing 88:98 loss to Würzburg on Monday, and coach Rodrigo Pastore was pleased to see his team bounce back. The Niners will face Ludwigsburg again on Saturday, and will be looking to build on this momentum.

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European Cups

Rostock Seawolves Blow 13-Point Lead in BKT Eurocup

The Rostock Seawolves suffered a second-half collapse in the BKT Eurocup, blowing a 13-point lead to lose 83-86 to Italian team Baglietto Derthona Tortona. Despite holding a 44-39 lead at halftime, the Seawolves were outscored 26-18 in the third quarter and 13-29 in the fourth to fall behind. Coach Przemysław Frasunkiewicz attributed the loss to four crucial minutes, saying that the team had earned but failed to convert key shots. The Seawolves will look to bounce back in their next Bundesliga match against FC Bayern München on Sunday.

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Löwen face defensive strong Würzburg Baskets in Volkswagen Halle

The Braunschweig Löwen will host their table-topping neighbors, the Würzburg Baskets, in the Volkswagen Halle on Saturday. The Baskets arrive with four consecutive wins and are level on points with the Löwen. The Löwen have struggled recently, losing three games in a row, including a narrow defeat to Ludwigsburg in overtime and two heavy losses to Chemnitz and Hagen. Coach Ramón Díaz has identified defensive rebounding as a key issue, with Hagen scoring 28 points from second chances. The Löwen are strong in the first seven seconds of games, but Díaz believes they need to improve their half-court offense to counter their opponents’ preparations. Würzburg’s Eddie Colbert III is their top scorer, while the Löwen are missing Devin Askew, Benny Schröder, and Eddy Edigin Jr. due to injury.

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Braunschweig and Würzburg to meet again in playoff quarterfinals

The Basketball Löwen Braunschweig and Fitness First Würzburg Baskets are set to meet again in the playoff quarterfinals, with both teams having a 3-2 record in the standings. This will be a rematch of their playoff quarterfinal series two years ago, which Würzburg won in the fifth game in overtime. In contrast to Braunschweig, who are struggling with three consecutive losses, Würzburg are on a five-game winning streak in all competitions, including victories over Chemnitz, Skopje, and Warsaw. The team’s success can be attributed to their guards, including Otis Livingston and Jhivvan Jackson, who were previously MVPs in the league. Calvin Wishart, who played in the ProA last season, has been a valuable addition to the team, averaging 10.2 points in 19:44 minutes and shooting 39.1% from three-point range.

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Alba Berlin faces halfit LIONS in DBBL Spitzenspiel

Alba Berlin, currently second in the DBBL table, will face third-placed halfit LIONS in a DBBL Spitzenspiel on Sunday. The two teams are vying to remain in contention for the top spot, currently held by Keltern’s unbeaten team. Alba Berlin had their three-game winning streak snapped in the EuroCup, losing 54-72 to GEAS Basket in Milan on Wednesday. The team is now tied with Braine and Mailand in the EuroCup standings, while Keltern’s team remains undefeated. In the DBBL, Alba Berlin has won their last three games against Herne, Saarlouis, and Freiburg, and are level with Halle on points. The game against halfit LIONS will tip off at 16:30 in the Sömmeringhalle, with live coverage on YouTube.

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Syntainics MBC wins third international game, tops ENBL group

Syntainics MBC has won its third international game of the season, defeating KK Dubrava Zagreb 101-78 at home. The win puts the team at the top of their Hauptrundengruppe in the ENBL, ahead of KK Dubrava Zagreb on better Korbdifferenz. Vuk Radojicic led the team with 30 points, while DeLonnie Hunt added 15, Borisa Simanic 12, and Kostja Mushidi 11. The team is coached by Vladimir Jovanovic. Syntainics MBC’s next game is on Wednesday against SB Kapfenberg in the ENBL, and they also have a BBL game on Sunday against Towers Hamburg.

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Around the League

Alba Berlin Continue Upward Trend with Fourth Consecutive Win

Alba Berlin have continued their upward trend in the easyCredit BBL, securing their fourth consecutive win in the Champions League with a 103-100 victory over Surne Bilbao. The team’s success has been attributed to their ability to turn games around, a quality they also displayed last season when they came back from a 20-point deficit to win the championship. Alba’s players, including Malte Delow, Martin Hermannsson, and Himar Ojeda, are optimistic about their chances, citing the team’s progress and the fact that they are still finding their roles within the team. However, their next test will come on Sunday when they face their old rivals, the Telekom Baskets Bonn, who have been a tough opponent for Alba in the past. Despite this challenge, Ojeda remains confident in his team’s abilities, but acknowledges that Bonn is a solid team, particularly at home.

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Phoenix Hagen and Sparkasse Strengthen Partnership

Phoenix Hagen and the Sparkasse an Volme und Ruhr have strengthened their partnership, with the Sparkasse upgrading from a gold to a platinum partner. The partnership, which began in 2004, has been marked by a strong commitment to promoting and supporting young talent in basketball. The Sparkasse has already shown its commitment to the partnership by renewing their contract for 2026/2027 in the spring, and this latest development is seen as a significant step forward. The partnership will be marked by a number of initiatives, including the prominent display of the Sparkasse’s branding at home games in the Ischelandhalle, and the use of the Sparkasse’s logo on the players’ jerseys. The partnership is seen as a key factor in Phoenix Hagen’s success, and the team’s management is grateful for the support of the Sparkasse. The partnership is also seen as a way to promote the Sparkasse’s values and mission, which align with the team’s commitment to community and social responsibility.

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Seawolves Host Halloween Double Header

The Rostock Seawolves will host a double header on October 31st, featuring two high-class basketball games. In the first game, the Seawolves’ women’s team will face Eintracht Braunschweig in a top-of-the-table clash in the 1. Regionalliga Nord. Both teams are undefeated this season, with the Seawolves leading the table with three wins and Braunschweig having two. The Seawolves’ coach, Andrea Hoferichter, expects a tough game against a team with experience from the second league. In the second game, the Seawolves’ Academy team will face UBC Münster in the ProB Nord, a team that was relegated from the ProA last season.

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Hagen Hosts Bielefeld in Exciting WNBL Matchup

Phoenix Hagen’s WNBL team is set to face off against the TSVE Bielefeld Dolphins in a highly anticipated matchup at home. The Dolphins boast a strong lineup featuring a trio of big girls and two scoring guards with WNBL experience. They have been impressive so far, with a narrow loss to the Hamburg Towers and dominant wins over Wedel and Osnabrück. The Dolphins rely heavily on their three-point shooting, averaging 35 attempts per game, but have struggled with accuracy, hitting only 29% of their shots. In contrast, Phoenix Hagen has been focusing on improving their defense, pass quality, and decision-making in training, and are looking to build on their good defensive performance in their last game. The match is expected to be a challenging but exciting test for the Hagen team, who will be looking to make the most of their home advantage.

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Hamburg Towers Head to Top Four for JBBL Cup

The Hamburg Towers JBBL team will travel to Bonn to compete in the Top Four for the JBBL Cup. On Friday, October 30th, they will face Team BonnRhöndorf in the semifinals, with a 6pm start time and a free livestream available. If they advance, they will face either ALBA BERLIN or the Porsche BBA Ludwigburg in the final. Head Coach Leo Aris expressed excitement for the opportunity to compete against strong opponents, calling Team BonnRhöndorf a ‘good team’ and looking forward to a ‘spanning game’. Meanwhile, the Hamburg Towers NBBL team will compete in the Division A playoffs over the weekend, facing the ROSTOCK SEAWOLVES on Saturday, October 31st at 3:30pm.

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Seawolves face top test against Eintracht Braunschweig

The Rostock Seawolves women’s basketball team will face a tough challenge on Saturday when they host Eintracht Braunschweig in the Arena Rostock. Both teams have won their previous games, but the Seawolves have a slight advantage as they have played three games already, placing them at the top of the table. Eintracht Braunschweig, on the other hand, brings experience and physicality from the second league. According to coach Andrea Hoferichter, the game will show how much distance the Seawolves have to the best teams in the league. The Seawolves have been impressive so far, winning games against Oldenburg (68:54), Göttingen (68:52), and Hamburg Towers (107:41), with the latter being their highest win in the 1. Regionalliga. Five players from Eintracht Braunschweig’s squad also played in the second league last season.

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