Nymburk ERA defeated BC Sabah 93-65 in the opening round of the Basketball Champions League Group B, benefiting from a less aggressive opponent and a supportive home crowd. The victory, secured wiht a strong performance before a sizable audience of 1520, marks a positive start for Nymburk in the competition.
The Czech team capitalized on Sabah’s defensive vulnerabilities, finding opportunities for open passes and scoring.Nymburk coach Hruban highlighted the team’s ability to elevate their energy levels, notably towards the end of the first half, as a key factor in building their commanding lead. the absence of representative player Ondřej Sehnal was noted, with hopes for his swift return to the lineup.
Key statistics from the game include Rice leading Nymburk with 22 points, alongside Bohačík and Dreamer with 12 points each. For Sabah, gravett, Jordan, and Pansa each scored 13 points.Nymburk dominated the boards with 52 rebounds to Sabah’s 42, and showcased superior shooting accuracy, converting 15 of 15 free throws compared to Sabah’s 27 of 18, and landing 10 three-pointers to Sabah’s 5. The final score reflected Nymburk’s control throughout the game: 25-23 in the first quarter, 45-34 at halftime, and 67-47 heading into the final period.
