BBL Daily - 31 October 2026
Games
Phoenix Hagen crushed by RASTA Vechta in 100-74 rout
Played Friday, 30 October 2026 (updated with new sources)
Phoenix Hagen’s emotional pre-game ceremony to unveil the ProA championship banner was overshadowed by a dominant performance from RASTA Vechta, who won 100-74. The visitors, led by Tommy Kuhse with 24 points, took control in the second quarter and never looked back. Bjarne Kraushaar scored 22 points for Phoenix, but his team struggled with rebounding and defense. Chris Harris, Phoenix’s head coach, praised Vechta’s performance, saying they dominated in every area. The loss was compounded by the absence of Marcus Graves and Adam Kunkel, who were out due to injury and illness respectively.
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Niners Chemnitz Seek to Reverse Trend in Bundesliga
Played Saturday, 31 October 2026 (updated with new sources)
Niners Chemnitz are looking to bounce back from their recent Bundesliga struggles, having won seven of their last 13 games but only one in the league. The team, led by coach Rodrigo Pastore, has been inconsistent, averaging 88.6 points in the EuroCup and BBL Pokal but only 76.4 in the Bundesliga. They face a tough challenge on Halloween night as they host MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg, who are currently fourth in the table. The Niners will need to improve their defense and reduce their ball turnover to have a chance at winning. In their last game, they defeated EuroCup champions Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse 96-77, with Ben Burnham scoring a double-double and seven players contributing between 8-11 points. The team will be looking to replicate this performance against Ludwigsburg and end their losing streak in the Bundesliga.
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European Cups
Syntainics MBC face tough challenges in Hamburg and Berlin
Syntainics MBC’s men’s team will face a double challenge on Sunday as they travel to Hamburg and Berlin for their 7th and 5th games of the easyCredit BBL and Toyota DBBL seasons respectively. The team, currently in third place, will take on Veolia Towers Hamburg and ALBA Berlin simultaneously at 16:30. Spencer Reaves leads the easyCredit BBL scoring charts with an average of 22.7 points per game, while Lee Volker tops the Toyota DBBL charts with 19.8 points per game. Collin Welp is on the verge of scoring his 1000th point in the Bundesliga, needing just 8 more points to reach the milestone. Hamburg, who have not participated in an international competition for five years, will be looking to end their four-game losing streak in the Bundesliga. ALBA Berlin, meanwhile, are seeking to bounce back from their 77-96 defeat to Bayern Munich last weekend. The team’s head coach, Benka Barloschky, has had time to prepare his team for the game, while Syntainics MBC’s players will be looking to recover from their 101-78 win over Dubrava Zagreb in the ENBL on Wednesday.
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Towers face Halloween challenge from SYNTAINICS MBC
The Veolia Towers will host SYNTAINICS MBC on Sunday (November 1st) in a Halloween-themed game at the Inselpark Arena. The match is expected to be a challenging one for the Towers, as MBC has been in good form this season, with strong numbers on both sides of the court and impressive wins in recent games. According to Veolia Towers’ coach Benka Barloschky, MBC has a strong team with players like Spencer Reaves, who has been statistically impressive in offense, and Planinic, who is an excellent rebounder and smart player. MBC’s team defense is also known for being physical and hard. The game is scheduled to start at 16:30, and tickets are available online from 8.50 euros. Fans are encouraged to come dressed in costume, and there is a chance to win VIP-Courtside tickets for the game against ALBA BERLIN on December 27th.
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Alba Berlin faces Telekom Baskets Bonn in BBL showdown
Alba Berlin will look to extend their winning streak in the easyCredit BBL when they face Telekom Baskets Bonn on Sunday, November 1st. The two teams have a rich history, having met in the 1997 championship final, with Alba Berlin emerging victorious 3-1. Bonn’s coach Marko Stanković has kept his team largely intact from last season, when they finished fourth, and has emphasized their defensive and rebounding prowess. However, Bonn has also shown a surprising improvement in their three-point shooting, with a 39.4% success rate, led by top scorer John-Michael Wright, who is hitting 50% of his three-pointers. Alba Berlin’s Jordan Ford is looking forward to the challenge, saying that the team is focused on the game against Bonn and wants to continue their winning streak in the BBL.
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FC Bayern Munich face Rostock Seawolves in crucial BBL matchup
The top-ranked FC Bayern Munich will face the Rostock Seawolves in a crucial easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga matchup on November 1st at the StadtHalle Rostock. The Seawolves, who have struggled with four consecutive losses, are looking to get back on track. Bayern, who are also struggling after a summer of changes, including a new coach and staff, have been on a five-game road trip, losing their last game 73-103 to Red Star Belgrade. Despite their struggles, Bayern’s roster is still considered one of the strongest in the BBL, with five German national team players, including Andreas Obst, Justus Hollatz, Johannes Thiemann, Johannes Voigtmann, and Niels Giffey. The game is expected to be a closely contested matchup, with Bayern’s quality roster facing off against the Seawolves’ determination to bounce back from their recent losses.
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Skyliners Frankfurt extend winning streak to four games
Skyliners Frankfurt have secured their fourth consecutive win in the Basketball-Bundesliga, defeating Jena 93:82 on Friday evening. The game was a closely contested and hard-fought match, with Jena leading at halftime 50:53. However, Frankfurt remained focused and managed to pull ahead in the final minutes, securing the win. This victory marks the fourth win in a row for Frankfurt, who have also had success in the BBL-Pokal and EuroCup.
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Around the League
Bamberg Baskets Host Science City Jena in Family Day Game
The Bamberg Baskets will host Science City Jena in a family-friendly game at the BROSE ARENA on Sunday. The game is part of the BMA365 Bamberg Baskets’ 7th match in the current easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga season. The arena will be transformed into a family day event, with a bouncy castle, popcorn, a painting corner, and various interactive stations offering prizes. The game will start at 15:00, and tickets are still available online or at the Freak City Store. The Science City Jena team has had a unique schedule, with a three-week break after their loss to Bonn on October 9, followed by two games in two days, including their match against the Bamberg Baskets.
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Löwen Braunschweig Prepare for Halloween Home Game Against Würzburg Baskets
The Löwen Braunschweig are gearing up for their next home game against the Fitness First Würzburg Baskets. The team has released their latest issue of the REBOUND magazine, which includes information about their upcoming opponent, a profile of Eddy Edigin Jr., and recaps of their recent games, including those of their farm team SG Braunschweig. The magazine also features a column for fans. The game against Würzburg Baskets is scheduled to take place around Halloween, but the exact date is not specified in the article.
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