(CNA, Taipei, June 7, by reporter Chen Jung-chen) After losing the opening game of the finals, the defending P.LEAGUE+ champion Taoyuan Pauian Pilots secured a crucial victory today. Star player Lu Chun-Hsiang hit a game-sealing shot in the final moments, leading the team to a 98-94 win over the Taipei Fubon Braves and successfully tying the series.

The PLG championship series is a best-of-seven format. The defending champion Pilots, after losing the first game in overtime, continued to host the Braves at home today. Despite facing a strong comeback from their opponents in the fourth quarter, the Pilots' star Lu Chun-Hsiang stepped up with 13 seconds left to seal the victory. They narrowly won by a 4-point margin, tying the series at 1-1.

In the first quarter of the match, both the Pilots and the Braves maintained a high team shooting percentage, leading to a deadlock. However, the Pilots' shooting suddenly went cold in the second quarter, relying solely on import Alec Brown's 10 points in the quarter to stay in the game. They entered halftime trailing by 5 points. Fortunately, the Pilots managed to limit the Braves' scoring after the break and retook the lead.

Substitute Kuan Ta-Yu stepped up in the decisive fourth quarter. Besides his hustle on defense, he shot a perfect 4-for-4 to score 9 points in the quarter, helping the Pilots build a double-digit lead. Just as victory seemed within reach, Braves' import Stefan Jankovic started hitting consecutive three-pointers, putting the Pilots in danger of a comeback loss. However, Lu Chun-Hsiang hit a critical step-back jumper to secure the win.

In a post-game interview with the organizers, Lu Chun-Hsiang stated, "These two games have been very tough, but I've always held on to a never-give-up spirit. I was especially moved to hit that crucial shot at the end. I made a lot of unnecessary mistakes earlier, and I just had to keep adjusting. I'm very happy I made that final shot." (Editor: Chen Jen-hua) 1150607

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
  • Category: 事件
  • Organizations: P.LEAGUE+