Feb 17 • 19:28 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

TÜ and TalTech did not allow themselves to be surprised in the quarterfinals

Tartu Ülikool and TalTech advanced to the semifinals of the Estonian basketball cup, defeating their opponents convincingly.

In the latest round of the Estonian basketball cup, Tartu Ülikool and TalTech showcased their strength as they both secured victories to progress to the semifinals. TalTech/Alexela overcame Viimsi 95:76, benefiting from a dominant second quarter, while Tartu Ülikool Maks & Moorits dispatched Keila KK with a score of 83:61. Despite losing the opening quarter in both matches, the two teams effectively regained control and delivered impressive performances that highlighted their potential going forward in the tournament.

TalTech's standout player was Oliver Suurorg, who scored 30 points in just 28 minutes of play, contributing significantly to their win with an exceptional shooting performance. His efforts were supported by Siim-Markus Post with 18 points and 8 assists, and Tormi Niits who added 15 points and 9 rebounds. The latter stages of their game saw TalTech taking a commanding lead after winning multiple quarters decisively, emphasizing their skill and teamwork against Viimsi.

In contrast, Tartu Ülikool turned the tide against Keila KK during the second quarter, where they dominated with a remarkable 28-point haul compared to Keila's 12. Rasmus Andre helped anchor the win with 14 points, alongside solid contributions from Markus Ilver and Robert Valge, each scoring 13 points. This performance underlines the competitive nature of the Estonian basketball cup and the capabilities of both Tartu Ülikool and TalTech as they advance to the semifinals with great momentum.

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