Bears Roar Back: Berlin Outlasts Mavericks 112-103 in a Scoring Duel
Müller's Explosive Second Half Powers Berlin Past Miami
MIAMI – The Berlin Bears staged a furious second-half comeback, riding a wave of balanced scoring and clutch plays to defeat the Miami Mavericks 112-103 in a thrilling World Pro League clash. The Mavericks held a slim lead heading into halftime, but a relentless offensive surge from the Bears in the third and fourth quarters ultimately proved too much to overcome.
The game started as a back-and-forth affair, with Miami’s Elara Dixon setting the tone early. Dixon was a scoring machine for the Mavericks, pouring in 30 points on an efficient 13-of-22 shooting from the field. Her offensive prowess, combined with sharp playmaking from Viktor Lindholm (11 points, 5 assists), kept Miami competitive.
However, as the second half commenced, the Bears found their rhythm. Anya Lindgren, who finished with 14 points and 5 assists, and Kun Zhang, who added 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, led the charge. The Bears’ offensive efficiency soared, and their ball movement, evident in their 35 assists against just 9 turnovers, created open looks.
A key moment came in the third quarter when Diego Sanchez (14 points) hit a crucial three-pointer, igniting a run that shifted the momentum firmly in Berlin’s favor. Despite Dixon’s continued efforts, the Mavericks struggled to contain the Bears’ multiple scoring threats. “We just couldn’t find an answer for their offense in the second half,” said Mavericks Head Coach Javier Morales. “Give credit to Berlin, they played a fantastic game.”
For the Bears, the win was a testament to their depth and resilience. “We knew we had to dig deep,” commented Anya Lindgren after the game. “We trusted each other, and our offense finally clicked. We came here for a win, and that’s what we got.”
Key Notes:
- Berlin Bears recorded 35 assists on 47 made field goals.
- Miami Mavericks’ Elara Dixon led all scorers with 30 points.
- The Berlin Bears shot 48.5% from the field compared to Miami’s 42.5%.
- Kun Zhang dished out a game-high 6 assists for the Bears.