Bayern make it 2-0 in Bonn, as Rudy Gobert spectates the match / News - Basketnews.com

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With the Utah Jazz star Rudy Gobert in the stands, FC Bayern Munich edged out Telekom Baskets Bonn 82-81 (21-25, 28-19, 15-20, 18-17) in the away duel to take a 2-0 lead in the German League semifinals.

Rudy Gobert

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The Frenchman attended the game to see his friend Michael Kessens, with whom he played in Cholet Basket.

Othello Hunter gifted the hard-fought W for Bayern, nailing one free throw in two attempts with three seconds left on the clock. Meanwhile, Javontae Hawkins did not connect on the other end.

Nick Weiler-Babb led the route for the winners, recording 18 points (3/5 2PT, 2/4 3PT, 6/9 FT), 9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 23 PIR.

Bayern: Nick Weiler-Babb 18 (9 REB), Andreas Obst 17 (4 REB), Deshaun Thomas 16.

Telekom Baskets: Jeremy Morgan 17, Karsten Tadda 16 (4 AST), Javontae Hawkins 16, Saulius Kulvietis 15, Parker Jackson 11.

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