Ulm before championship: decision between title and NBA draft!

Ulm before championship: decision between title and NBA draft!

The basketball world looks banned in Ulm, because on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, the Ratiopharm Ulm has the chance to crown itself in the fourth game of the BBL final series against FC Bayern Munich. A victory would secure the second title in the club's history after 2023 and the team of coach Ty Harrelson is still unbeaten at home in 2025. The game will be transferred to SWR Sport from 8 p.m.

But it doesn't just boil on the floor. The situation around the two talents Ben Saraf and Noa Essengue ensures a lot of conversation. As Sport Bild , Saraf is expected in the first round of the draft, possibly as number 26 or 27, whereas Essengue is traded between positions 18 and 21. Experts see them promising players who show great potential in the current draft. The Ulm sports director Thorsten Leibenath vaguely commented on the operations of the talents and criticized the league for the unfortunate termination.

Both players have already delivered strong services in the Bundesliga and the Eurocup. According to BBL professionals , not only show excellent scores. Saraf shines as a creative playmaker, while Essengue is noticeable due to explosive playing style and good defensive. Your decision can affect both the championship in the final and the step into the NBA.

games and decision -making battle

The uncertainty about the two talents is burdened by the team. Justinian Jessup, who acted as a match winner, emphasized that Ulm absolutely needs the two players, while coach Harrelson remains reserved. The clock ticks because the first machine to New York starts on Wednesday morning. This means that a possible game five in Munich would no longer be possible for the two on Thursday.

A home win in the fourth game would not only be the championship title for the Ulm, but also a free ticket for Saraf and Essengue in order to be able to take part in the draft. A real strength game is imminent that could not only influence the title, but also the fate of the two young talents.