Chris Ledlum of ratiopharm Ulm put on an impressive show to lead his team to a 98-94 road victory over Lietkabelis Panevezys, earning him the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award for Round 3 of the BKT EuroCup Regular Season. The 24-year-old forward was instrumental in helping Ulm maintain its perfect 3-0 start in Group B.
Ledlum’s performance was recognized not just for his scoring but for his overall contribution. He achieved a Performance Index Rating (PIR) of 29, the highest among all players on winning teams this week. While a couple of other players had slightly higher individual ratings, their teams unfortunately lost, making Ledlum’s impact in a crucial win stand out.
🌟 An All-Around Winning Performance
Ledlum was a force on the court during his 29 minutes of play. He scored a game-high 26 points on efficient 10-for-16 shooting from the field. But his impact didn’t stop there; he also contributed 5 assists, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals, showcasing his versatility and importance to the team’s success. This powerful all-around game was key to securing the tough away victory.
✨ Other Top Players This Week
While Ledlum took home the MVP award, other players also had fantastic games. Corey Davis of NINERS Chemnitz recorded the round’s highest PIR of 32 with 22 points and 11 assists, though his team fell to Besiktas. Similarly, Fatts Russell of U-BT Cluj-Napoca had an outstanding game with 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 15 assists for a PIR of 30 in a narrow loss to Slask Wroclaw.
📊 Round 3 by the Numbers
Kevin Yebo of Chemnitz was the top scorer of the round, putting up an incredible 32 points. Fatts Russell not only scored well but also came just one assist shy of the all-time EuroCup record with his 15 assists. On the defensive end, several players had great games, with Gabrielius Maldunas and Mateusz Ponitka each grabbing 4 steals, while Conor Morgan and Deane Williams both recorded 3 blocks.
🤝 Double-Double Achievements
Six players achieved a double-double in Round 3, highlighting their strong individual efforts. The list includes Fatts Russell (21 points, 15 assists) and Corey Davis (22 points, 11 assists), who did so with points and assists. The others were Dusan Miletic (13 points, 13 rebounds), Nate Watson (10 points, 11 rebounds), Paulius Danusevicius (14 points, 10 rebounds), and Chris Horton (11 points, 11 rebounds).
