Ehingen Urspring Seals Dramatic Home Win over Rostock Seawolves

Urspring's Late Rally Secures Thrilling Victory

Ehingen Urspring staged a remarkable comeback on Saturday, edging out Rostock Seawolves 90-86 in a pulsating ProB encounter at the Arena Ulm/Neu-Ulm. The victory marked Urspring's second consecutive triumph, propelling them further up the ProB standings.

Seawolves Edge Ahead in First Half

Rostock Seawolves seized the initiative early on, showcasing impressive offensive firepower to build an 11-point lead at the end of the first quarter. Urspring struggled to find their rhythm, shooting a dismal 25% from the field in the opening period.

The Seawolves maintained their advantage in the second quarter, extending their lead to 15 points midway through the period. However, Urspring began to chip away at the deficit, reducing the halftime margin to just 7 points thanks to a late 9-0 run.

Urspring's Resurgence in Second Half

Urspring's resurgence continued in the third quarter, sparked by the inspired play of David Bell and Bogdan Milovanovic. The duo combined for 18 points in the period, helping Urspring close the gap to 2 points heading into the final quarter.

The fourth quarter was a tense affair, with both teams trading baskets. With less than 2 minutes remaining, Urspring took the lead for the first time in the game, capitalizing on a crucial turnover by Rostock.

Late Heroics from Urspring

Urspring held on to their narrow lead in the closing stages, with Bell and Milovanovic delivering clutch free throws to seal the victory. Rostock had a chance to tie the game with a three-pointer in the final seconds, but Urspring's defense stood firm to secure the triumph.

The win was a testament to Urspring's resilience and character, as they refused to give up despite facing a significant deficit. Bell led all scorers with 22 points, while Milovanovic added 18 points and 7 assists.

With this victory, Ehingen Urspring improves to 9-5 in the ProB standings, firmly establishing themselves in playoff contention. Rostock Seawolves, on the other hand, drops to 7-7, but remains in a strong position to challenge for a top-half finish.