Chemnitz deals blow to Alba Berlin, threatening playoff exit.

German Basketball League - Chemnitz deals blow to Alba Berlin, threatening playoff exit.

Alba Berlin is facing elimination in the Basketball Bundesliga semi-final series after losing to the Niners Chemnitz 72:84 (37:29) in the third match of the playoff series. They are now behind 1:2 and must win Tuesday's game at the venue to keep their season alive. Johannes Thiemann and Matt Thomas scored 13 points each for Alba.

Alba started the game strongly and led for most of it. After four minutes, Chemnitz coach Rodrigo Pastore called a timeout when Alba was leading 13:4. Alba's defense was on point, making it difficult for the home team to gain momentum. With less than two minutes left in the first quarter, Chemnitz's Kevin Yebo was disqualified due to a foul on Tim Schneider.

Alba increased their lead to 16 points at the beginning of the second quarter (32:16). However, the Berliners struggled with Chemnitz defenders hounding them. They also repeatedly failed to score under the basket. This allowed Chemnitz to close the gap by half-time.

Alba's three-point shots were more successful in the third quarter, giving them a 17-point lead in the middle (56:39). But the Berliners struggled under the pressure of the hosts. With six minutes left, they found themselves behind 65:69. The Berliners then fell apart completely, barely making any shots in the final quarter. In contrast, Chemnitz played with ease and determination.

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1. The loss to Niners Chemnitz on Sunday marked a significant setback for Alba Berlin in the Bundesliga playoff series, putting them in a precarious position with a 1:2 lead.
2. Despite an initial strong start and leading for much of the game, Alba Berlin suffered a defeat in Chemnitz, with a score of 72:84, threatening their playoff exit.
3. The defeat was a blow for the Saxony-based BV Chemnitz 99, who capitalized on Alba Berlin's waning momentum in the final quarters, securing a vital victory in their home court.
4. Johannes Thiemann, a key player for Alba Berlin, scored 13 points in the match, alongside Matt Thomas, but it was not enough to overcome their opponents' advantage.
5. Alba Berlin now faces a critical game on Tuesday in Berlin, where they must secure a victory to have any chance of remaining in the Bundesliga playoff series and avoiding elimination.
6. The defeat in Chemnitz was a reminder of the competitive nature of the Bundesliga, with teams like BB Chemnitz proving to be formidable opponents, regardless of the team's geographical location in Germany.

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