Trier was very concetrated on 3 games homestand but lost both 2 games to Ludwigsburg and Artland. But both games were really close and those -24 against Ludwigsburg should be considered under another angle. Trier had +7 in the middle of 3rd quarter but than suddenly stopped playing. For this very important game vs. direct competitor Trier expects to have full gym and also this game will be broadcasted by TV so motivation should be huge. Trier signed new SG Marshall Philipp and looks like team management wants to do all to stay in this league.

Eisbaren appeared in very difficult situation before this match. After young center Young contract was terminated this week and Guinne injury, they left only with 3 centers to cover 4-5 positions. Also one of these centers is not experienced Alexander Zyskunov. Eisbaren still searching for a players on the market to fill all problematic positions (power forward, center and point guard) but at this moment no solutions were found. One candidate Tony Bobbitt to fill PG position is the team already but it is uknown if contract will be signed with him.

Deutsche Bank Skyliners vs New Yorker Phantoms Braunschweig

Skyliners are improving game by game and should be more clear favorite today at home against Branschweig in my opinion. They were looking in last 3 matches including 1st half with Pamesa while Braunschweig were a bit lucky with their easy schedule in first 6 matches. They won against their class teams like Trier, Ulm, Jena and were a bit lucky at home with Oldenburg and Brose Baskets. But their real class is lower than Skyliners and I expect them to lose today with at least 4 points spread.