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BBL Daily - 03 November 2026

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November 3, 2026

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Niners Chemnitz stage dramatic comeback to defeat MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg 94:78

Played Saturday, 31 October 2026 (updated with new sources)

Niners Chemnitz came from behind to defeat MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg 94:78 in a thrilling match on Halloween night. The Chemnitz team, led by coach Rodrigo Pastore, trailed 43:48 at halftime but staged a dramatic comeback in the second half to secure their eighth win of the season. The team was missing Phlan Fleming, who was absent due to the birth of his child, but Urald King stepped up with 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. Other key contributors included Nighael Ceaser (19 points), Ben Burnham (16 points), Stef Smith (14 points), Cobe Williams (13 points), and Ryan Mikesell (12 points). The win marked a significant milestone for the team, who had been struggling in the Bundesliga but had found success in the EuroCup and Netto BBL Pokal. The team’s next match is against Ludwigsburg, and they will be looking to build on this momentum.

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Bonn Down Berlin in Thrilling 95-88 Win

Played Sunday, 01 November 2026 (updated with new sources)

Telekom Baskets Bonn remained undefeated at home this season with a 95-88 victory over ALBA BERLIN, who are still waiting for their first road win. John-Michael Wright was the top scorer with 22 points, including five three-pointers. Alijah Comithier added 18 points, while Marcus Foster and Jeff Garrett scored 14 and 13 points respectively. The game was a high-class duel, with both teams showing good offense. Bonn led by as many as 11 points in the third quarter, but Berlin fought back to stay within striking distance. In the end, Bonn’s strong shooting from outside, with 16 three-pointers from 30 attempts, proved decisive. The win was Bonn’s fifth at home this season, while Berlin suffered their first loss on the road.

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European Cups

Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier Secure New Partner for 2026/27 Season

The Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier have announced a new partnership with Wedekind, a family-owned business specializing in tile solutions, for the 2026/27 season. The company, which has been in the region since 1960, will support the team in the easyCredit BBL and FIBA Europe Cup. According to Daniel Schiller, Head of Sales for the Gladiators, the partnership will bring a new level of energy and enthusiasm to the team, aligning with their values of quality, reliability, and passion for their craft. The Wedekind team expressed their excitement to be part of the partnership, looking forward to supporting the team and being part of their success.

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Würzburg Baskets face Tartu Ülikool in FIBA Europe Cup

The new European Cup week begins on Monday with a home game for the Fitness First Würzburg Baskets against the Estonian champion Tartu Ülikool. Würzburg is currently second in the group with a 2-2 record, but has a long way to go in the remaining six games. Only the top two teams in each group advance to the second round. The Würzburg Baskets have won all their home games in the group, but their away losses in Larnaka and Saloniki will make it difficult for them to catch up. Tartu Ülikool is also 2-2 in the group and will be looking to keep their distance from Würzburg.

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Around the League

TÜV NORD GROUP Extends Partnership with Veolia Towers Hamburg

The TÜV NORD GROUP has extended its partnership with the Veolia Towers Hamburg basketball team for another two years. The partnership, which began several years ago, focuses on promoting basketball and social responsibility in Hamburg. The TÜV NORD GROUP will continue to support the team’s youth development programs and social projects. In addition, they will present the Instant Replay system during games in the upcoming season. This aligns with the company’s values of independent inspection, transparent evaluation, and trust in objective results. The partnership is seen as a long-term commitment to the city and region, with both parties believing that sport can bring people together and have a positive impact on society. The TÜV NORD GROUP’s leader, Sven Ulbrich, expressed his enthusiasm for continuing the partnership, citing the team’s values of performance, unity, and social responsibility. Jan Fischer, the Veolia Towers Hamburg’s commercial director, also welcomed the extension, highlighting the trust and long-term commitment between the two partners.

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Hamburg Towers dominate NBBL Einteilungsrunde with three wins

The Hamburg Towers of the Hamburg Towers e.V. have successfully completed the Einteilungsrunde with three wins against Rostock, Paderborn, and Münster. On Saturday, they defeated the Rostock Seawolves 80:67, with a strong start and a 17:0 run that gave them a significant lead. However, in the third quarter, the team struggled against the Switch-Defense of the Rostock Seawolves, but eventually regained control. On Sunday, they dominated the Paderborn Baskets 99:45, with a strong performance throughout the game. Head Coach Marian Schick used the game to give many players playing time, and 15 players in total were used over the weekend. The final game against UBC Münster was a close contest, but the Towers emerged victorious, having already secured their place in the A-Division.

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Luka Ščuka Leaves Braunschweig for Spanish ACB

Luka Ščuka has left German professional basketball team Basketball Loewen Braunschweig to join Kids&Us Manresa in the Spanish ACB. The 22-year-old Slovenian forward had joined Braunschweig in the summer of 2024 and made an immediate impact, scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds in his first BBL game. He averaged 10.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game over the season, helping Braunschweig finish third in the regular season and qualify for the playoffs. However, Ščuka struggled with injuries in his second season with the team, which may have contributed to his decision to leave. The terms of his departure, including the amount of the transfer fee, have been kept confidential. Ščuka had originally considered moving to the NCAA for college, but ultimately chose to join Manresa instead.

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Alba Berlin’s Youth Teams Compete in Ligapokal

Alba Berlin’s youth teams participated in the Ligapokal competition over the weekend. In the NBBL, Alba Berlin lost to ratiopharm Ulm in the semifinals with a score of 109:80. In the JBBL, Alba Berlin won against Porsche BBA Ludwigsburg in the semifinals with a score of 90:66, but lost to Team BonnRhöndorf in the final with a score of 78:99. Meanwhile, Alba Berlin’s WNBL team secured their third win in a row with a 56:38 victory over BASS Berlin. Alba Berlin’s cooperation partners, LOK Bernau and TuS Lichterfelde, also had mixed results, with LOK Bernau losing to BBA Hagen in the ProB and TuS Lichterfelde winning against BG 89 AVIDES Hurricanes in the 2. DBBL Nord.

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Seawolves Women Dominate Eintracht Braunschweig 58:30

The Rostock Seawolves women’s basketball team have asserted their dominance in the 1. Regionalliga Nord with a 58:30 victory over Eintracht Braunschweig. The team, led by coach Andrea Hoferichter, has now secured their fourth win in four games this season. The Seawolves took an early lead with three-pointers from Paula Puzule and Lucia Orthen, and despite Braunschweig’s efforts to catch up, they were unable to overcome the Seawolves’ strong defense. In the second half, Braunschweig was held to just five points, with the Seawolves pulling away for a 29:2 run. The win keeps the Seawolves undefeated, and they will face City Baskets Berlin on November 21.

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