Alba Berlin lost 88-95 to Telekom Baskets Bonn in a closely contested Basketball Bundesliga match despite leading for much of the game.

Alba Berlin faced a setback in the Basketball Bundesliga, losing 88-95 to Telekom Baskets Bonn in a hard-fought match on Sunday. The game took place in Bonn’s sold-out arena, which hosted 6,000 spectators. Despite leading for much of the game, Alba Berlin could not maintain their advantage, leaving them in 12th place on the league table.

The match was highly physical, with Alba Berlin initially setting the pace and showcasing strong three-point shooting. They regained the lead early at 11-8 and extended it to a double-digit margin during the second quarter, thanks to a 12-4 scoring run. By halftime, Alba held a narrow lead of 45-42. Jordan Ford and Brandon Angel were the top scorers for Berlin, each contributing 19 points.

However, Telekom Baskets Bonn capitalized on their rebounding advantage and improved three-point accuracy to turn the tide. Alba Berlin briefly regained a ten-point lead in the third quarter but struggled defensively in the final stages. Bonn’s resilience allowed them to equalize and eventually pull ahead, securing the victory. Despite Alba’s efforts to fight back late in the game, their defense could not contain Bonn’s offensive momentum, resulting in the 88-95 loss.