RASTA Vechta Edits Ulm in Overtime Despite French Trio's 31 Points

Ratiopharm Ulm suffered a 97-92 overtime defeat against RASTA Vechta in the fifth round of the EasyCredit BBL season on October 10, 2026, squandering a 14-point advantage established in the first half. Despite a combined 31-point contribution from the team’s French trio of Adam Atamna, Meïssa Faye, and Armel Traoré, Ulm dropped its third league match.

The encounter at RASTA Vechta’s arena saw the visitors take control after a tied opening quarter at 20-20, pushing ahead to lead 47-33 at halftime. However, the hosts erased the deficit with a 26-14 third quarter surge, ultimately forcing the extra session and securing the five-point victory.

Matt Lewis Spark RASTA Vechta Comeback

Matt Lewis led the charge for RASTA Vechta off the bench, recording 26 points on 7-of-10 shooting, six rebonds, and two assists in 28 minutes of action. His contribution included two critical three-pointers late in regulation that narrowed the gap to 84-83. Jaylen Sims subsequently sank one of two free throws with 2.1 seconds remaining on the clock, locking the score and pushing the match into overtime.

During the extra-time period, 19-year-old guard Dominik Dolic secured the outcome by converting two clutch free throws in the final seconds. Dolic finished the night with a career-high 17 points and five assists, cementing the home side’s second victory of the domestic campaign.

French Trio Production and Ulm Scorers

Ulm’s rotation featured strong individual efforts from its French contingent, though the production ultimately proved insufficient to secure the road win. Meïssa Faye contributed 11 points, four rebonds, two assists, one interception, and one block over 22 minutes off the bench, earning an efficiency rating of 15.

Adam Atamna added 12 points on 5-of-12 shooting, alongside two rebonds, five assists, and one interception in 23 minutes. Starting forward Armel Traoré logged eight points, four rebonds, four assists, two blocks, and one interception across 28 minutes of play. Michael Rataj led ratiopharm Ulm in scoring with 22 points and five rebonds.

Upcoming EuroCup and BCL Fixtures

The defeat leaves ratiopharm Ulm searching for rhythm ahead of an upcoming EuroCup fixture against Bosna Sarajevo on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Meanwhile, RASTA Vechta turns its attention to continental competition, traveling to face Cholet at La Meilleraie on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, for the second round of the Basketball Champions League. Vechta enters that matchup looking to rebound from an opening 96-64 loss to Spartak Subotica.

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