Brynton Lemar continues to shine for Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana in the 2024-25 BKT EuroCup, leading his team to a 75-80 road victory over Umana Reyer Venice. This win marks his fifth consecutive victory in as many games, helping Cedevita stay undefeated in the competition.
A Strong Start for Cedevita
Lemar was pivotal in Cedevita’s strong start to the EuroCup season. He helped them secure their first two wins: an 86-93 road victory over U-BT Cluj-Napoca and a thrilling 87-82 win at home against Reyer Venice. After a brief injury layoff, Lemar returned in Round 9 to lead his team to a 95-68 victory over Veolia Towers Hamburg, contributing 11 points, 3 assists, and 5 fouls drawn.
In Round 10, he put on an even better performance against Cluj, finishing with 23 points, perfect shooting from the free-throw line (10-for-10), 4 rebounds, and a PIR of 24 in a 103-96 home win.
Clutch Performance Against Reyer Venice
Lemar’s clutch performance against Reyer Venice was key to Cedevita’s road win. After Reyer went on a 10-0 run, briefly taking the lead at 47-46, Lemar took control. He scored a backdoor layup and then added a fadeaway jumper to give Cedevita a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. In the fourth quarter, Lemar continued to make crucial shots, hitting two jumpers and a three-pointer to ensure his team stayed ahead.
Lemar finished the game with 23 points, shooting 6-of-9 from two-point range, 3-of-3 from beyond the arc, and 2-of-2 from the free-throw line. He also contributed 3 rebounds, 2 steals, and posted a career-high PIR of 27.
Lemar’s Impressive Stats
Over his five victories with Cedevita, Lemar has been outstanding. He is averaging 16.8 points per game, shooting 46.4% from three-point range (13-of-28) and 88.5% from the free-throw line (23-of-26). His Player Index Rating (PIR) stands at 18.6, showcasing his all-around contributions.
Team Effort and Future Goals
After the game, Lemar praised his team’s collective effort. “It was a team effort. We fought, stuck to the game plan, and came out with the win. Every game is important, but this one is special because we are fighting for the playoffs and the championship. I am proud of my team,” Lemar said.
Cedevita currently holds a 9-4 record, and with a 2-0 record against Cluj and Reyer—two of their direct rivals in the playoff race—they are well positioned for the remainder of the season.
Looking Ahead: A Tough Challenge
Cedevita’s next game is crucial as they face Turk Telekom Ankara, the team that handed them their only loss of the season. The match will take place at Stozice Arena this Wednesday at 18:30 CET. Both teams are coming off important victories, making this an exciting and crucial clash.
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