Name: Turk Telekom Ankara-Umana Reyer Venice | Round 17 Highlights | 2024-25 BKT EuroCup
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Turk Telekom Ankara-Umana Reyer Venice | Round 17 Highlights | 2024-25 BKT EuroCup   

Turk Telekom Ankara v Umana Reyer Venice (2025-01-29T16:30:00.000Z)

 Brae Ivey leaves the pass behind for Kur Kuath and the big man fulley extends for the slam

Ivey leads Kuath for slam! Magic Moment

  Brae Ivey leaves the pass behind for Kur Kuath and the big man fulley extends for the slam

Aris Midea Thessaloniki v Veolia Towers Hamburg (2025-01-29T18:00:00.000Z)

In a thrilling contest in the Turkish capital, Turk Telekom Ankara outscored Umana Reyer Venice 35-21 in the fourth quarter to come away with an 84-81 win that leaves Erdem Can’s men within touching distance of the EuroCup Playoffs. 

Turk Telekom downs Reyer in a stunner, 84-81

In a thrilling contest in the Turkish capital, Turk Telekom Ankara outscored Umana Reyer Venice 35-21 in the fourth quarter to come away with an 84-81 win that leaves Erdem Can’s men within touching distance of the EuroCup Playoffs. Both teams entered Round 17 with a 9-7 record in Group B, but Turk Telekom’s win and Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem's triumph at Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse ensured that the Turkish side is officially in the BKT EuroCup Playoffs.

Braian Angola led Turk Telekom in scoring with 17 points, but Olivier Hanlan scored 11 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter, and Kyle Alexander downed four crucial free throws inside the final eight seconds en route to 13 points. Anthony Brown also chipped in with 13 points. Reyer’s Mfiondu Kabengele had a 20-point, 18-rebound double-double, but in vain. Tyler Ennis added 12 points, Davide Casarin scored 11, and Carl Wheatle finished with 10, including a crazy three with 3.2 seconds left that gave Reyer a bit of hope, only for Alexander to knock down two free throws with 2.4 seconds left to ice the game.

Game Videos

Kabengele was causing all sorts of problems for Turk Telekom from the jump, scoring 7 points as Reyer raced out to a 3-11 lead. That advantage extended to 3-14 when Wheatle drained a three-pointer, capping a 10-0 run for the visitors. Hanlan combined with Angola to give Turk Telekom some life, as they scored 4 and 6 points respectively the rest of the way to make it 13-18 after 10 minutes.

If Kabengele was the man of the first quarter, it looked like Casarin was going to be the star of the second. He scored a runner and dished two beautiful assists before drawing an offensive foul inside the first 2:15 minutes as Reyer opened a double-digit lead at 15-25. Turk Telekom kept punching back, with Speedy Smith erupting for 7 points to get the hosts within five points, 29-34, but Ennis, Wheatle and Kyle Wiltjer helped fix a 31-41 score at the break.

Game News

After scores by Wheatle and Kabengele in the early part of the third period, Ennis’s three free throws gave Reyer its largest lead of the game at 36-48. Plenty of free throws followed, but Turk Telekom could never reduce it to single figures. Brown eventually did with a layup at 43-51, then the two teams kept responding to one another before Yoan Makoundou’s layup set a 49-60 score after 30 minutes.

Everything changed in the fourth period. Ismet Akpinar and Angola drained threes either side of a Casarin triple to start the fourth, then Turk Telekom started rolling. The hosts went 17-3 to start the final frame, with Hanlan’s three-pointer at the end of that run giving Turk Telekom its first lead at 66-63. The lead changed hands several times over the following minutes, with the game tied at 76-76 entering the final 60 seconds. Hanlan and Brown scored from mid range to put Turk Telekom 80-76 ahead with 16 seconds to go, then Wiltjer’s reverse layup gave Reyer life at 80-78 with 8.5 seconds remaining. Alexander then made a couple of free throws and Wheatle hit a crazy three-pointer, but Alexander returned to the line with 2.4 seconds left to ice the game and give Turk Telekom an 84-81 win.

Salash drives to the basket, but Morgan stops him with a chase-back block!

Morgan rejects Salash! Magic Moment

 Salash drives to the basket, but Morgan stops him with a chase-back block!

Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse v Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem (2025-01-29T18:30:00.000Z)

Dekker rips through the middle and rocks the rim with a two-hander!


Dekker goes all the way! Magic Moment:

 Dekker rips through the middle and rocks the rim with a two-hander!

Buducnost VOLI Podgorica v Joventut Badalona (2025-01-29T18:00:00.000Z)

Yoan Makoundou looks to bring Turk Telekom level, but Mfiondu Kabengele blocks his effort against the backboard.

Kabengele rejects Makoundou! Magic Moment

 Yoan Makoundou looks to bring Turk Telekom level, but Mfiondu Kabengele blocks his effort against the backboard.

Zyskowski drives for an almost-done layup, but Caboclo flies from behind to send the ball to the stands

Caboclo says no to Zyskowski! Magic Moment

 Zyskowski drives for an almost-done layup, but Caboclo flies from behind to send the ball to the stands

Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv v Trefl Sopot (2025-01-29T17:00:00.000Z)

Foster takes advantage of an open lane in Sopot's defense to elevate and slam it down fiercely

 Foster find his way to destroy the rim! Magic Moment

 Foster takes advantage of an open lane in Sopot's defense to elevate and slam it down fiercely

Speedy Smith finds Kyle Alexander down the floor and he gets up for the big alley-oop slam while being fouled by Mfiondu Kabengele

Alexander's big alley-oop dunk! Magic Moment

 Speedy Smith finds Kyle Alexander down the floor and he gets up for the big alley-oop slam while being fouled by Mfiondu Kabengele

Adam Mokoka races to save the ball with a majestic assist to Karel Guzman.

What an assist by Mokoka! Magic Moment

 Adam Mokoka races to save the ball with a majestic assist to Karel Guzman.

7Bet-Lietkabelis Panevezys v U-BT Cluj-Napoca (2025-01-29T17:00:00.000Z)

Dominykas Stenionis drives but has no chance against Adam Mokoka.

Mokoka swats Stenionis! Magic Moment

Reyer perfectly executes an end-of-game situation with Kyle Wiltjer draining a deep three.


Wiltjer ends the first half in style! Magic Moment

 Reyer perfectly executes an end-of-game situation with Kyle Wiltjer draining a deep three.


Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv is set to play without its most productive player as Jaylen Hoard is set to be sidelined with a torn hamstring. Hoard suffered the injury in a domestic league game over the weekend, and an MRI scan reveled the extent of the injury which is expected to force Hoard to miss two to four weeks.

Maccabi loses Jaylen Hoard to hamstring injury

Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv will be without its most productive player as [Jaylen Hoard](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/jaylen-hoard/006835/) has suffered a torn hamstring, the club announced Wednesday. Hoard suffered the injury in a domestic league game over the weekend, and an MRI scan revealed the extent of the injury, which is expected to force Hoard to miss 2-4 four weeks.

Hoard has started 21 games in this, his first Turkish Airlines EuroLeague season, and is Maccabi’s top scorer (15.0 ppg.) and rebounder (5.1 rpg.)- He also leads the team in steals (1.3 spg.). Hoard ranks fourth in the league in steals this season and his average PIR of 18.1 is good for 11th place after 23 rounds.

Maccabi will face ALBA Berlin on Thursday without Hoard and will be without him when it visits FC Barcelona and Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz next week before the February international break.

Hoard had a double-digit PIR in 22 of his 23 appearances this season.

Check out what the protagonists are saying ahead of Round 17 of the BKT EuroCup, and who might be missing in action.

Round 17: Pregame quotes and injury reports

## Wednesday, January 29

### Turk Telekom Ankara vs. Umana Reyer Venice (17:30 CET)

**Neven Spahija, Umana Reyer Venice head coach**

"A very tough game between two important teams fighting for their last chances to qualify for the playoffs. We’re playing away, but we’ve already shown that we can play good basketball far from home. We have great respect for Ankara, but we’ll try to win. To do so, we’ll need to bring our defense, which has been a strong point since the start of the season, and never lose our composure during the game."

**Xavier Munford, Umana Reyer Venice forward**

"It’s a must-win game because we’re back against the wall; a victory for us would be crucial to trying to secure a spot in the playoffs. We’ll need a game with great mentality. We’re a team made up of experienced athletes who have already played this kind of game; basketball players live for these moments. We need to step onto the court motivated because we have hard work to get done. The desire for redemption after the game against Trento should give us an extra push."

Reyer injury news: **Davide Moretti is out.**

### Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv vs. Trefl Sopot (18:00 CET)

**Dimitris Itoudis, Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv head coach**

"We are playing against a team that has drastically changed its roster since the game in the first round. The way they’ve competed in recent games does not reflect their current position in our group. They are very aggressive on defense and have an excellent flow to their game. \[Nick\] Johnson adds a new dimension to their play, alongside \[Geoffrey\] Groselle, who didn’t play in the first game, as well as their versatile forwards and guards. Overall, we’re facing a very athletic team that clearly knows what they want on the court. We expect a very tough game, and for us, it’s important to compete with intensity, play aggressively, and establish our identity on the court. Controlling the boards will also be key, as rebounding is a critical factor in this matchup."

**Antonio Blakeney, Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv guard**

"This is a big game for us. We have been playing well, and Sopot has been competing hard in every game, so we have to be ready to compete and battle for the win."

**Nahiem Alleyne, Trefl Sopot guard**

"We already know this is a tough matchup, a tough team. They've got a lot of veteran guys. We've just got to stick to our principles: defensively get back, stop the transition game; offensively just move the ball around. Obviously we've got to hit shots, but if the ball's not going in, just keep attacking them and getting to the line."

### 7Bet-Lietkabelis Panevezys vs. U-BT Cluj-Napoca (18:00 CET)

**Mihai Silvasan, U-BT Cluj-Napoca head coach**

"This is a very important game. The qualification has not been played. We still need to win some games and we want to win both of them. We are taking it one game at a time and we are focused on this one. We will not play against a weak team and it is hard to win on their court. They share the ball well and have dangerous players. Our team needs to have the right mindset to win this game."

**Gediminas Orelik, U-BT Cluj-Napoca forward**

"It is going to be a tough game, I have been in this team for almost three seasons. It is going to be hard, they always play well at home. It is going to be fun to see them again, even though I have played against them before. It will be fun, because I will play for the first time against them in their gym. I know they have nothing to lose, but they are always fighting for victory and for their fans. For us, it is one of the biggest games of the season. It will be really important for the standings."

### Aris Midea Thessaloniki vs. Veolia Towers Hamburg (19:00 CET)

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### Buducnost VOLI Podgorica vs. Joventut Badalona (19:00 CET)

**Dani Miret, Joventut Badalona head coach**

"We didn't achieve our objective, it's clear that it's a hard blow for the team. We have prepared and fought until the end, trying to stay alive, but we could not. We have two games left and we must try to be productive, try to remain competitive and manage to improve as a group."

### Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse vs. Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem (19:30 CET)

**Frederic Fauthoux, Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse head coach**

"It’s a team that is very physical and very athletic, which can play a very direct game. We will have to expect a very high pace, and stop the strong players facing us. It will be up to us to be lucid about that."

**Adrian Nelson, Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse player**

"We are prepared for the game mentally, and know what’s at stake and the fight for top six in the EuroCup standings. We know that they have a very talented roster so we must rely on our defense and take care of business at home."

### Dreamland Gran Canaria vs. Besiktas Fibabanka Istanbul (21:00 CET)

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## Tuesday, January 28

### Bahcesehir College Istanbul vs. ratiopharm Ulm (17:00 CET)

**Ty Harrelson, ratiopharm Ulm head coach**

"We're playing against the leader of our high-caliber group. We're thinking game by game and not prioritizing based on opponent or importance. I want my team to value every possession and fight for the full 40 minutes – that's the only way we can take an important step forward together."

### Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana vs. Valencia Basket (18:30 CET)

**Zvezdan Mitrovic, Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana head coach**

"We only have one day to prepare for Valencia. There’s no big pressure on us; we can prove ourselves, but it will be very tough. Valencia has demonstrated this season, both in the EuroCup and the Spanish League, that they are a EuroLeague-level team. They play fast, aggressive basketball, with excellent three-point shooting and offensive rebounding. We need to focus on ourselves and be ready for a tough, physical game."

**Jaka Blazic, Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana guard**

"A win against Valencia would mean a lot. They’re possibly the strongest team in the EuroCup, showing the best performances this season. Our task will be to slow them down and establish our rhythm. If we can do that, we might surprise them."

**Chris Jones, Valencia Basket guard**

"A tough game, but it's our next game on the schedule, so it's important for us. Without looking at the standings, it's the next thing we have to do, so we have to go out and compete and continue what we did in our previous game and keep getting better and better. I think it will be a different game than the first leg; they are fighting for a better position and we are fighting to keep improving as a team. We have our own goals, but that ''next game mentality', just go out, fight hard and accept the results that that brings us. Coach tells us all the time, just think about the next game. It doesn't matter who we're playing, just go out there and do what we do as a team to live with the results and hopefully get the win."

### Dolomiti Energia Trento vs. Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius (20:00 CET)

**Alessandro Magro, Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius head coach**

"It's a very important game for us against a team that is performing well in the Italian League. In the last two BKT EuroCup games, they \[overwhelmed\] their opponent. This team is really aggressive running the floor, having a high pace, and everybody is involved. We have to be ready to match up their physicality and their quickness."

**Tre'Shawn Thurman, Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius forward**

"It's a must win for us. I expect everyone on the team to use every ounce of energy they have in them whether it's defense or offense. Just turn on their teammates and everyone to try to be on the same accord. We must have a mentality like never before."

Dreamland Gran Canaria v Besiktas Fibabanka Istanbul (2025-01-29T20:00:00.000Z)

Dolomiti Energia Trento v Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius (2025-01-28T19:00:00.000Z)

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana v Valencia Basket (2025-01-28T17:30:00.000Z)

Bahcesehir College Istanbul v ratiopharm Ulm (2025-01-28T16:00:00.000Z)

Euroleague Basketball’s One Team program and Motorola, in collaboration with One Team Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, are proud to announce a large “Bouncing for Good” initiative in Vitoria, to impact students from schools that are committed to support their community through diversity and promoting social justice and inclusion.

Motorola and One Team bring ‘Bouncing for Good’ initiative to Vitoria

Euroleague Basketball’s One Team program and Motorola, in collaboration with One Team Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, are proud to announce a large “Bouncing for Good” initiative in Vitoria, to impact students from schools that are committed to support their community through diversity and promoting social justice and inclusion.

This initiative aims to foster social inclusion, empower young people, and create positive change within the community through the power of basketball. Vitoria’s "Bouncing for Good" welcomes the new year, becoming the fourth project of this positive initiative from the One Team and Motorola partnership, after the successful previous stops in [Sopot](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/one-team/news/one-team-motorola-partnership-begins-with-community-events-in-sopot/), [Milan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/one-team/news/local-communities-in-milan-benefit-from-the-one-team-motorola-partnership/) and [Paris](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/one-team/news/motorola-and-one-teams-bouncing-for-good-brings-joy-to-young-people-in-paris/), always working hand-by-hand with the local clubs.

A member of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague since its inception, Baskonia has long been dedicated to community engagement and social responsibility, taking home two trophies at the One Team Awards in recent years.

The "Bouncing for Good" initiative in Vitoria tipped-off with a workshop and a session with Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz players Khalifa Diop and Nikos Rogkavopoulos, aimed at building teamwork, respect, and social responsibility through basketball.

Khalifa Diop, One Team Ambassador for Baskonia, is enthusiastic about the collaboration. "The partnership between One Team and Motorola is a powerful way to inspire young people and help them understand the importance of teamwork and social impact," said Diop. "Being part of this project is an incredible opportunity for students at Calasanz School, and I’m honored to support them on this journey." Diop commitment to One Team initiatives is such that he has enrolled his teammate and friend Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos, in supporting the "Bouncing for Good" initiative.

The students from Calasanz School – institution known for its focus on values such as solidarity, justice, peace, and respect for diversity – have participated in activities lead by Patricia Fernandez de Mendiola, a teacher from the school and the coach for Baskonia’s One Team program, who is leading the whole initiative that will also include a second activity during a One Team session with kids at risk of exclusion coming from the schools of Ibaiondo, Luis Elejalde, San Martin, Umandi, Odon de Apraiz and Aranbizkarra. With years of experience in school teaching and 4 years as a coach for the social projects with Baskonia, Patricia is excited to guide students with very diverse backgrounds in their journey of personal growth and community engagement through the "Bouncing for Good" initiative.

These activations with the various groups will be followed with basketballs donations for the participants and institutions thanks to Motorola’s support with a total of 400 basketballs being donated to the students participating in the activations and to the schools collaborating in the initiative.

Motorola, a key partner in this project, also celebrates the partnership. "We are proud to support the 'Bouncing for Good' initiative alongside Euroleague Basketball and One Team Baskonia’s network of schools’ collaborations", said Clara Borrás, Motorola’s Marketing Director for Iberia. "This program is a great example of how education, sport, and inclusion can come together to create positive change in the community."

Motorola and One Team bring 'Bouncing for Good' initiative to Vitoria

After an unfortunate start to the season, Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius finds itself right where it wants to be: on the doorstep of the BKT EuroCup Playoffs with its destiny in its own hands after defeating Trento in Round 17

Wolves boosted playoffs chances with win at Trento 

Three months after an unfortunate start to the season, [Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/wolves-vilnius/roster/wol/?season=2024-25) finds itself right where it wanted to be: on the doorstep of the BKT EuroCup Playoffs with its destiny in its own hands.

Wolves boosted its chances of reaching the postseason after coasting to [a 70-96 victory](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/wolves-take-step-toward-playoffs-with-70-96-win-at-trento/) over [Dolomiti Energia Trento](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/dolomiti-energia-trento/roster/trn/?season=2024-25) to secure back-to-back wins exactly when it needed them most.

“This is probably one of our better defensive games all season. Right now we’re showing up when we need some wins,” said [Andrew Andrews](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/andrew-andrews/011248/), who poured in a team-high 19 points, including making 12 of 14 free throws.

“It was a great team performance. Unfortunately it’s just a win. We have to immediately think about the next one and that will be really tough at home against Buducnost,” added Wolves head coach Alessandro Magro, whose team allowed 70 or fewer points for the third time this season.

Wolves now has a 9-8 record and currently occupies sixth place in Group A - though [Buducnost](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/buducnost-voli-podgorica/roster/bud/?season=2024-25) can pull back ahead of the Lithuanian side after its [Round 17](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/buducnost-voli-podgorica-joventut-badalona/U2024/163/) game at home against already-eliminated [Joventut Badalona](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/joventut-badalona/roster/jov/?season=2024-25).

Then everything will be set up for the big showdown in the final round as Wolves will host Buducnost on Wednesday, February 5 at Twinsbet Arena in Vilnius. Buducnost won the first matchup between the teams, [104-77 in Round 9](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/buducnost-sends-a-message-with-blowout-win-against-wolves-104-77/) in the Montenegro capital.

“We will need the same level of energy, desire and effort for the final crucial game against Buducnost,” Magro said after the win over Trento.

Magro wishes he and his team could have already locked up their playoff berth, especially after the club failed to reach the postseason in its debut season in 2023-24 by just one victory. Wolves ended Group A play last year with [an 8-10 record](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/standings/?season=2023-24&type=Traditional&phase=REGULAR%20SEASON) - one win behind [Besiktas Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/besiktas-istanbul/roster/bes/?season=2024-25).

At the same time, Magro has to be happy his team is on the brink of making history, especially after its poor start to the season.

Wolves dropped its first three games of the season, putting itself behind the eight ball very early in the season and not grabbing its first win until October 16 at Joventut Badalona. Now, three months later, Wolves have had highs and lows since then.

The three-game losing streak was followed by five straight wins for a 5-3 record before Magro saw his team drop five of the next seven to sit outside the playoff ranks at 7-8.

Wolves last week infused new life into its playoff hopes with [a surprising 88-76 win](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/wolves-upset-gran-canaria-88-76-in-important-victory-in-playoff-race/) at home over [Dreamland Gran Canaria](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/dreamland-gran-canaria/roster/can/?season=2024-25). And now, all the cards are on the table and all Wolves needs is to beat Buducnost.

And that is all Wolves wanted after the poor start to the season.

The Lithuanian team’s slow start can be forgotten for good with a win to close the regular season 

Wolves boosted playoff chances with win at Trento 

This week's EuroLeague & Friends episode focuses on the upcoming Belgrade derby between KK Partizan and KK Crvena zvezda, with the panel featuring Giulia Cicchine from Italy, Aleksandra Radivojevic from Serbia, Vasiliki Karamouza from Greece, and Lona Jackson from France. 

EuroLeague & Friends episode No. 14 previews the Belgrade derby and more

Episode 14 of EuroLeague & Friends has landed, with this week's lineup featuring [Giulia Cicchine](https://www.instagram.com/lacicchine/) from Italy, [Aleksandra Radivojevic](https://www.instagram.com/amazing__alex/) from Serbia, [Vasiliki Karamouza](https://www.instagram.com/vasiliki_karamouza/) from Greece, and [Lona Jackson](https://www.instagram.com/lonajackson_/?hl=en) from France. Taking center stage this week is Friday night's upcoming derby between [Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/partizan-mozzart-bet-belgrade/par/) and [Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/crvena-zvezda-meridianbet-belgrade/red/). Enjoy!

Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade v Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (2025-01-31T19:30:00.000Z)

Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius did a great job shutting down Dolomiti Energia Trento’s two biggest stars and also excelled in two areas where it has struggled all season - three-point shooting and rebounding - to roll to a critical victory 70-96 victory in Round 17 of the BKT EuroCup

Wolves slowed Trento's stars and surprised with triples, rebounding

[Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/wolves-vilnius/roster/wol/?season=2024-25) did a great job shutting down [Dolomiti Energia Trento](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/dolomiti-energia-trento/roster/trn/?season=2024-25)’s two biggest stars and also excelled in two areas where it has struggled all season to roll to a critical victory on Tuesday.

Wolves held Trento’s [Jordan Ford](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/jordan-ford/013270/) and [Anthony Lamb](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/anthony-lamb/013272/) to a combined 13 points while shooting a club record 61.9% on three-pointers and dominating the glass at Trento for [a 70-96 win](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/wolves-take-step-toward-playoffs-with-70-96-win-at-trento/) to keep its playoffs destiny in its own hands.

Ford came into the game leading the team in scoring at 16.5 points but was limited to just 9 points on 5 field goal attempts. Lamb meanwhile managed just a season-low 4 points on 1-of-6 shooting after coming into the game averaging 14.3 points per game.

Six players made threes for Wolves in Trento

“We showed the desire, will and physicality. We were able to disarm their best scorers. It was a great team performance,” said Wolves coach Alessandro Magro.

Wolves drained 13 of 21 three-pointers as it drastically bested its previous three-point benchmark of [52.8% - 19 of 36](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/three-point-blitz-helped-wolves-to-big-win/) - [in Round 11](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/wolves-bounce-back-to-down-hapoel-104-100/) against [Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/hapoel-shlomo-tel-aviv/roster/hta/?season=2024-25). Alessandro Magro’s team came into the game shooting only 32.7% from long range - ranking 14th in the EuroCup.

Wolves was however able to take advantage of a Trento team that has struggled all year stopping its opponent’s three-point game, allowing them to shoot 38.1% on triples - the worst ranking in the league.

Four Wolves players drained multiple three-pointers with [Matas Jogela](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/matas-jogela/006853/) hitting 4 of 6 and [Anthony Cowan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/anthony-cowan-jr/012003/) knocking down 3 of 5.

The other unusual area of dominance for Wolves was rebounding. The Lithuanian side ranked [14th in total rebounding](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/stats/key-stats-teams/?size=1000&misc=&seasonCode=U2024&category=TotalRebounds&seasonMode=Single&sortDirection=descending&aggregate=perGame) and Trento was 11th in the league. Still, Wolves showed its greater desire in grabbing 41 rebounds to 22 for the home side.

Wolves was particularly strong on its defensive glass, limiting Trento to just 5 offensive rebounds. That was actually one area the team had been solid all season though, giving up just 10.4 boards on that side of the court per game - ranked fifth.

All in all, Wolves put together a strong team performance and is now knocking on the door of the playoffs.

Wolves' defense stood strong against Trento’s biggest weapons