Synopsis
On February 3, the Hyderabad Falcons showcased a dominant performance, defeating the Gujarat Stallions 96-71 in the inaugural InBL Pro U25. This match, held at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium, marked a powerful start for Hyderabad in the professional basketball league.Key Takeaways
- Hyderabad Falcons started strong with a significant lead.
- Kushal Singh and teammates had a notable scoring impact.
- Stallions improved their defense but struggled to catch up.
- Final score was 96-71, marking a successful debut.
- Match held at Thyagraj Indoor Stadium.
New Delhi, Feb 3 (NationPress) The Hyderabad Falcons achieved an impressive 96-71 victory against the Gujarat Stallions in the first edition of InBL Pro U25, marking a strong start to their journey in the nation’s professional basketball league at the Thyagraj Indoor Stadium on Monday.
The Falcons began with a bang, establishing a significant early advantage. Kushal Singh, Jack Purchase, and Alex Robinson Jr collaborated effectively to challenge their rivals while also capitalizing on free throws. The Stallions attempted to narrow the score gap with two quick successful shots from free play. However, a layup by Kushal, followed by a free throw, propelled Hyderabad to a commanding 34-11 lead after the first quarter.
In the second quarter, the Stallions improved their defensive play, effectively halting the Falcons' scoring streak. Jock Perry made a notable impact for Gujarat, securing offensive rebounds and scoring consecutive points. Just as the Stallions began to build momentum, Robinson’s three-pointer widened the gap once more, leading Hyderabad to a halftime advantage of 56-30.
Rishabh Mathur scored early in the second half to maintain the Falcons' momentum. Nate Roberts and Prince Tyagi both missed free throws, compounding the Stallions' difficulties. Trendon Hankerson hit a three-pointer, signaling a potential comeback for Gujarat. Perry’s offensive rebound and finish kept Gujarat’s hopes alive, but the Falcons capitalized on a back cut to secure another crucial point, entering the final quarter with a lead of 73-48.
The fourth quarter resembled a back-and-forth exchange with both teams scoring at their ends. The Stallions fought valiantly until the end, pushing the Falcons' defense and adding to their score. With a substantial lead, Hyderabad focused on maintaining possession to run down the clock. The Hyderabad Falcons concluded the match with a resounding 96-71 victory to kick off their tournament journey successfully.
