On Friday, January 21, in the second match of the Champions League playoffs, “VEF Rīga” lost to the French team “JDA Dijon” 79:83 (20:28, 37:44, 46:54), losing 0: 2 to two victories in the series. The tournament for Rigans is over, the season will continue in the Pafbet Latvian-Estonian league and the Latvian basketball Užava Cup.
Throughout the second game, JDA Dijon dominated. The biggest disadvantages were in the 23rd minute (41:55). After that we managed to get closer to the opponents, however, the guests defended the advantage and won the sum of two games.
“VEF Rīga” lost in the fight against the baskets (28-36), allowing their opponents to collect 15 balls, as well as allowed their opponents to score more points in quick attacks (6-14).
“VEF Rīga” Jayan Railijs scored 23 points and made 8 assists, Māris Gulbis 18.
Rashard Kelly scored 20 points, Hadin Herington 16.
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