The Niners Chemnitz secured their third consecutive league win against the MLP Academics Heidelberg, but it was a hard-fought victory that went into overtime. On the 21st matchday of the Basketball Bundesliga, the Niners Chemnitz managed to win 99:96 after double overtime. Nike Sibande was the top scorer for the Saxons with 18 points in front of 4,342 spectators. The Chemnitz team initially struggled, as they moved the ball too slowly in attack and couldn't find their shooting rhythm. As a result, the visitors were able to take a 29:22 lead midway through the second quarter. The deficit served as a wake-up call for the Niners, who equalized by halftime. However, after the break, the Chemnitz team lacked consistency. They maintained a narrow lead for much of the time but couldn't build a cushion. 15 seconds before the end of regular time, Heidelberg's Eric Reed forced a 74:74 tie. The first overtime period didn't produce a decision, but in the second overtime, Corey Davis Jr. emerged as the matchwinner for the Niners. 2.2 seconds before the end, the US point guard converted a three-pointer and an additional free throw to seal the Chemnitz win. The Niners Chemnitz have thus preserved their chance of making the playoffs. The MLP Academics Heidelberg, on the other hand, remain in second-to-last place. The Niners Chemnitz will now prepare for their next game to extend their winning streak. The team's head coach will be looking to build on this momentum. The players will need to stay focused and work together to achieve their goal of making the playoffs. The Niners Chemnitz have a tough schedule ahead, but they are confident in their abilities.