Paris Defeats Ulm in Virtual EuroCup Last 16 Playoff

Paris Defeats Ulm: Advances to EuroCup Quarterfinals

In a decisive victory, Paris defeats Ulm, controlled by Marko Bozic, with a final score of 100-73 in the Virtual EuroCup Last 16 Playoff. This win propels Paris into the EuroCup Quarterfinals, where they will face group B leader U-BT Cluj, managed by Nerijus Jakubauskas.

Dominant Performance by Paris

Travis Zumstein’s Paris team demonstrated their superiority from the start. With a remarkable field goal percentage of 59% and a free-throw accuracy of 86%, Paris dominated the game. They led with a double-digit difference throughout the match, capitalizing on their strong defensive strategy and efficient offensive plays.

"I knew coming into this game I had the advantage since this was my team last season and not much had changed," said Zumstein. "We just had to come in ready to play. We've got a long way to go, and I’m looking forward to round 2, which will be tougher."

Ulm's Struggle and Sportsmanship

Despite their efforts, Ulm couldn't keep up with Paris's pace. Marko Bozic’s team struggled with a lower shooting accuracy, making only 48% of their field goals and 19% of their three-point attempts. Bozic acknowledged the challenge, stating, "Very difficult opponent, he led me with a double-digit difference, and I didn't manage to catch up. All the best in the further competition. We played a friendly before this one, and I won by more than 20 points, but obviously, the second one was not like that."

Key Statistics

• Points: Paris 100 - Ulm 73

• Field Goals: Paris 44/74 (59%) - Ulm 31/64 (48%)

• Three-Pointers: Paris 6/12 (50%) - Ulm 3/16 (19%)

• Free Throws: Paris 6/7 (86%) - Ulm 8/12 (67%)

• Defensive Rebounds: Paris 34 - Ulm 29

• Turnovers (Points Off): Paris 4 (13) - Ulm 5 (4)

• Bench Points: Paris 33 - Ulm 19

Paris’s robust performance and strategic gameplay have set a high bar for the upcoming quarterfinals. As they prepare to face U-BT Cluj, fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Paris can maintain their winning momentum and advance further in the tournament.

Looking Forward

The upcoming match against U-BT Cluj promises to be a challenging one for Paris. With both teams showing strong performances in their respective matches, the quarterfinals are set to be an exciting and closely contested round. Travis Zumstein and his team are gearing up for what they anticipate will be a tougher battle, aiming to continue their successful run in the Virtual EuroCup.