Ford Fuels Bears' Fourth Quarter Surge in 113-107 Thriller Over Samurai

BERLIN – A nail-biting contest that saw multiple lead changes and a furious fourth-quarter rally culminated in a 113-107 victory for the Berlin Bears over the visiting Tokyo Samurai in February 2026 Season action. The Bears, powered by a dominant scoring performance from Quentin Ford and a masterful distribution effort from Zoe Sharma, secured a crucial home win that showcased their resilience and offensive firepower.

The game was a back-and-forth affair from the opening tip. The Tokyo Samurai, led by the sharp shooting of Casper Finch and Rhys Caldwell, consistently found ways to answer the Bears’ offensive bursts. Tokyo’s ability to knock down threes, hitting 16 on the night, kept them within striking distance throughout the first half.

However, the momentum shifted significantly in the third quarter. After a tight first half, the Bears began to assert themselves. Quentin Ford found his rhythm, consistently attacking the basket and hitting timely jumpers. His back-to-back field goals and a crucial three-pointer in the final minutes of the fourth quarter proved instrumental in sealing the win.

Zoe Sharma orchestrated the Bears’ offense with precision, dishing out a game-high 10 assists and grabbing 11 rebounds. Her court vision and ability to find open teammates created numerous scoring opportunities, especially during critical junctures. Anya Lindgren also provided a significant offensive spark off the bench, contributing 16 points, including a key three-pointer that helped ignite the Bears’ late-game push.

“We knew Tokyo was a tough opponent,” said Bears Head Coach, Lena Schmidt. “They shoot the ball incredibly well. Our guys dug deep in that fourth quarter, and Quentin really stepped up when we needed him. Zoe’s playmaking was simply outstanding.”

For the Samurai, Casper Finch and Rhys Caldwell were offensive cornerstones, with Finch tallying 18 points and Caldwell adding 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists. Despite a strong rebounding effort from Tokyo, the Bears’ efficiency on offense and timely defensive plays ultimately made the difference.

“We fought hard, but they made some big shots down the stretch,” commented Rhys Caldwell of the Samurai. “It’s a tough loss, but we’ll learn from it.”

Key Notes:

• Quentin Ford led the Berlin Bears with a game-high 22 points.
• Zoe Sharma recorded a double-double with 10 assists and 11 rebounds.
• Tokyo Samurai’s Casper Finch scored 18 points.
• The Berlin Bears shot 48.2% from the field, compared to Tokyo’s 41.4%.
• Berlin’s 24 assists reflect strong ball movement.