Roca Team Edged by Bayern Munich in Thrilling EuroLeague Round 21 Finish

In a thrilling EuroLeague matchup, the Roca Team suffered a narrow defeat to Bayern Munich with a final score of 95-94 during the 21st round on Wednesday. The game, which saw Monaco almost complete a remarkable comeback, concluded with Bayern's Shabazz Napier hitting a decisive three-pointer in the dying seconds. This loss, Monaco's eighth of the season, was sealed despite a late surge led by Mike James, who brought the team within two points with just eight seconds left on the clock.

Bayern Munich's exceptional shooting from the three-point line was pivotal in their victory. They commenced with a formidable display in the first quarter, achieving an 80% success rate from beyond the arc (8/10) and setting a robust early lead of 30-13. The German team maintained this momentum throughout the game, finishing with an impressive 20/33 from three-point range. Carsen Edwards and Shabazz Napier were standout performers for Bayern, contributing significantly to the team's scoring with their accurate shooting.

Despite trailing by as much as 20 points in the second quarter, Monaco showcased resilience, narrowing the gap to 13 points by halftime. The second half saw renewed vigor from Monaco, with Matthew Strazel and Jordan Loyd at the forefront of a determined comeback. Monaco briefly took the lead at 90-88 following a basket by Mam Jaiteh, but Bayern's urgency to end their three-game losing streak saw them hold on for a win. Monaco now prepares to face Red Star Belgrade in an away game, aiming to recover from their recent setbacks and strengthen their position in the league standings.