In an exciting Round 2 matchup, DJ Stewart of Cedevita Olimpija put on a spectacular show, leading his team to a 99-84 comeback win against Hapoel Jerusalem. His all-around excellence not only secured the victory but also earned him the MVP award for the week.
Stewart’s performance was the key reason for his team’s success. He achieved a career-high Performance Index Rating (PIR) of 41, a significant jump from his previous best of 23 in the EuroCup. This rating reflects his outstanding contributions across the entire game, from scoring to defense, highlighting his importance to the team’s comeback effort.
🏆 Stewart’s Career-Best Night
DJ Stewart was simply unstoppable, finishing the game with 27 points. He was highly efficient, making 7 of his 9 two-point shots and hitting all seven of his free throws. Beyond scoring, he was a major factor in other areas, grabbing 8 rebounds, dishing out 5 assists, and making 2 steals. His dynamic play constantly put pressure on the defense, as he also drew six fouls from his opponents.
🔥 Russell’s Scoring Explosion
Close behind Stewart was Fatts Russell of U-BT Cluj-Napoca, who also had an amazing game. Russell earned a PIR of 38 in his team’s 107-102 road win. He lit up the scoreboard with 37 points, including seven three-pointers. He also drew 14 fouls from the other team, tying a single-game EuroCup record and showing how difficult he was to guard.
🌟 Top Performers Across the League
Other players also delivered standout performances in Round 2. Marko Simonovic of Turk Telekom had a strong game with 27 points and 10 rebounds for a PIR of 33. The round’s top performers in key categories included Zacharie Perrin with 14 rebounds, Markel Starks with 11 assists, and Dogus Ozdemiroglu with an impressive six steals. Several players, including Marko Simonovic and Trevion Williams, recorded double-doubles, capping off an action-packed week of basketball.
