Zielona Góra — Levice: 71:74, FIBA Europe Cup

Zielona Góra lost 71:74 to Levice in the FIBA Europe Cup on Wednesday. The visitors held on for a narrow victory after a hard-fought match. It was a result that surprised many given the home advantage.

Levice shot 12 three-pointers compared to five from Zielona Góra. That difference in range shooting proved decisive. The visitors also converted 16 free throws from 26 attempts, while the hosts made 12 from 18.

By then you could see how the game unfolded. Zielona Góra dominated the boards with 39 rebounds to 37, but Levice found more ways to score. The hosts had 23 assists against 16 for the visitors.

Levice came into this match with mixed recent form. They had beaten Košice Wolves 108:85 on the weekend before, but lost to Ostende 69:76 two days earlier. Zielona Góra had won their last two games convincingly, including a 104:87 victory over Legia.

The statistics tell a story of efficiency over volume. Zielona Góra took 66 shots and made 27, while Levice took 60 and made 23. And here's the thing — those extra three-point attempts from the visitors changed the complexion of the game.

This result leaves both teams searching for consistency in the competition. Levice's away win could prove valuable if standings tighten. Zielona Góra will want to find answers before their next fixture.