Ludwigsburg celebrates home triumph: Giants defeat Ulm 90:81!

Ludwigsburg celebrates home triumph: Giants defeat Ulm 90:81!

The MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg defeated ratiopharm Ulm 90:81 in a thrilling encounter on Sunday. In the sold-out MHPArena, which was full of enthusiasts with 4,000 fans, the RIESEN celebrated their first home win of the 2025/2026 season. Head coach Mikko Riipinen's team showed strong from the start and dominated the game after a convincing first half in which they led 47:37. The visitors witnessed a game that was characterized by impressive performances and excellent team chemistry.

The victory was not only important for Ludwigsburg's current record (now 2:2), but also a tough one for Ulm, who had to accept their second defeat of the season (current record: 3:2). The RIESEN started the first quarter brilliantly, which they won 23:16. A special highlight was the comeback of Thomas Klepeisz, who was back on the field after an injury break of almost ten months.

Strong performances and key actions

Particularly noteworthy was the strong performance of Elijah Hughes, who made a decisive contribution to the victory with 24 points and important three-pointers in the final phase. Yorman Polas Bartolo (13 points, 7 rebounds) and Tray Buchanan (13 points) shone alongside him. Brandon Tischler (11 points) and Stef Smith (11 points, 5 assists) also contributed significantly to the offense. Ludwigsburg showed a respectable field shooting rate of 49% in this game and won the rebound duel with 39:34.

Ulm, on the other hand, was dominated by Chris Ledlum, who was the game's top scorer with 32 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Nevertheless, Ludwigsburg managed to gain a lead over the course of the game from the middle of the first quarter, which they managed skillfully until the last minute. Ulm managed to get within 5-6 points several times in the third quarter, but the RIESEN's defense did not allow a decisive upswing.

Looking into the future

With this victory, the MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg are now aiming for the next game against the league leaders SYNTAINICS MBC, which takes place on November 2nd, with fresh self-confidence. “*We have taken a big step and now we really have to stick with it*” was the tenor in the relaxed atmosphere after the match, as confetti flew through the hall and the fans cheered on their heroes.

Ulm will face the SKYLINERS from Frankfurt on November 1st, where they will try to get back on the road to success. The coming week will be exciting for both teams, while the basketball scene in and around Ludwigsburg is looking forward to further exciting encounters.

For detailed statistics on match results and game development, you can use the reports from MHP GIANT and Dyn.Sport read up.