MHP RIESEN Ludwigsburg defeated the Telekom Baskets Bonn 84:68 in an easyCredit BBL match on Oct. 25, 2026, in front of 3,682 spectators at the MHPArena, improving their league record to four wins and two losses. The home side utilized strong defense, 21 team assists, and double-digit scoring performances from Ish Leggett and Elijah Hughes to secure the victory after holding a 43:29 halftime lead.
Early Dominance and Defensive Execution at MHPArena
Before tip-off, the MHPArena observed a moment of silence in honor of Arvid Kramer. Once play began, Ludwigsburg established an early rhythm through solid defensive stops and perimeter shooting from Elijah Hughes and Patrick Cartier. Bonn stayed close early at 6:7 behind Jeff Garrett’s offensive output, but Ludwigsburg’s ball movement created separation. The hosts limited the Rheinland side’s transition opportunities and claimed a 17:14 advantage at the end of the opening quarter.
Foul trouble disrupted the flow in the second period, yet Hughes provided a spark from beyond the arc. Additional contributions from Darius Perry, Yorman Polas Bartolo, and Tommy Rutherford fueled a Ludwigsburg run. Julis Baumer added a 24-second buzzer-beater before Hughes hit another deep shot to cap the first half with a 43:29 scoreline.
Bonn Surge Met by Ludwigsburg Resilience
Bonn opened the third quarter with an 8-point run, capitalizing on a brief defensive lapse and an early goaltending call. Michael Kessens and Joel Aminu sparked the visitors’ offense, narrowing the deficit to 45:41. Co-captain Jonas Wohlfarth-Bottermann stepped in to stabilize Ludwigsburg through communication and defensive positioning, keeping the team composed amid the pressure.
Ish Leggett turned the game after the intermission. After scoring just one point in the first half and missing the Netto BBL Pokal due to a prior absence, the guard scored 17 of his team-high 18 points after the break. His scoring outburst combined with team defense to push the lead back to 62:54 by the end of the third period.
Ludwigsburg Secures 84:68 Victory over Bonn
Down the stretch, Ludwigsburg matched every scoring attempt from Bonn with executed offensive reads and physical defense. Kier, Leggett, and Hughes maintained the scoring margin to secure the 84:68 final score under a confetti-drop celebration.
Ish Leggett led Ludwigsburg with 18 points. Elijah Hughes added 17 points and seven rebounds, while Justin Kier posted 11 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. Tommy Rutherford chipped in 11 points, Patrick Cartier scored nine, Darius Perry had eight, Yorman Polas Bartolo and Jonas Wohlfarth-Bottermann contributed four each, and Julis Baumer finished with two.
For Bonn, Jeff Garrett recorded 13 points and five rebounds. A Comithier and Joel Aminu each scored 11 points, Michael Kessens added eight points and six rebounds, John-Michael Wright and Marcus Foster scored six apiece, Grayson Murphy finished with five points and seven assists, Patrick Heckmann scored three, Melvin Jostmann and Leon Kratzer added two each, and Aleksa Kovacevic contributed one.
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