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Promitheas Patras defeats Corfez 94-93 in Champions League qualifiers
Promitheas Patras secured a dramatic 94-93 victory against the Turkish team Corfez in the Basketball Champions League qualifying rounds. The win was sealed by a buzzer-beater from Shannon Evans.
Corfez initially controlled the game, establishing a double-digit lead early in the first quarter. Promitheas managed to narrow the gap by the end of the first period, trailing only 21-25. During the second quarter, Promitheas improved their offensive rhythm, particularly through three-point shooting, to lead 51-46 at halftime.
The third quarter saw both teams struggle with errors, though Evans provided critical offensive solutions. Corfez managed to tie the game at 66-66 late in the third period. In a highly competitive final quarter, both sides traded baskets and free throws. Ultimately, Evans’ last-second shot secured the win for the Patras-based team, moving them into the semifinals where they will face the winner of the Benfica vs. Rast Vedta matchup.