The Basketball Bundesliga season kicked off with a dramatic upset as Alba Berlin suffered a heartbreaking 92-96 defeat to the Würzburg Baskets on Saturday evening. In a contest that went down to the wire, the Berlin squad, led by coach Pedro Calles, found themselves on the wrong side of a thrilling matchup, marking their second loss in just three games this early in the campaign.

The game was a whirlwind from the opening tip, characterized by a frenetic pace and sharp shooting. Alba Berlin initially found success from beyond the arc, but struggled to convert opportunities closer to the basket. This inconsistency allowed Würzburg to quickly erase an early 12-6 lead, exploiting Alba’s difficulties in defending the paint.The lead then began to swing back and forth, setting the stage for a tense evening.

Alba Berlin Shows Nerves in a Heated Encounter

As the game progressed,the flow became choppy,punctuated by increasing physicality. The second quarter saw tensions rise, with Würzburg playing a particularly aggressive style that resulted in numerous fouls. The hosts even incurred two consecutive technical fouls for dissent, a move that, surprisingly, seemed to ignite their offense. Würzburg responded with a barrage of three-pointers,