By Eurohoops Team/ info@eurohoops.net
Lenovo Tenerife took down VEF Riga, 77-64, on the road Wednesday.
Tyler Cavanaugh logged a team-high 18 points in the Basketball Champions League Round of 16 Gameday 5 match. Aaron Doornekamp chipped in 14 points.
Txus Vidorreta’s side jumped to 4-1 in Group J despite missing Giorgi Shermadini at Arena Riga. The Georgian center is facing a minor ankle injury.
A double-digit advantage nearly evaporating in the third quarter was met with an 18-7 sprint confirming the winner.
A potential win for Hereda San Pablo Burgos over Igokea at home tomorrow, Thursday, will clinch a Final 8 berth for both Spanish clubs.
The out-of-contention hosts guided by Janis Gailitis were forced to 0-5. Michale Kyser’s 24 points and nine rebounds were not enough.
Post-game press conference:
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