LG Edges Out Hyundai Mobis in Playoff Showdown

Changwon LG emerged victorious with a narrow 76-74 win against Ulsan Hyundai Mobis on April 28th at the Ulsan Dongcheon Gymnasium. This triumph in Game 3 of the best-of-five playoff series propels LG into the championship round, marking their first appearance as the 2013-2014 season. Asem Maray’s stellar double-double performance, with 16 points and 17 rebounds, was instrumental in LG’s success.

championship Dreams Revived for LG

With this crucial win, LG now awaits the outcome of the Seoul SK-Suwon KT semifinal series to determine their championship opponent. The team is set to compete for their first KBL title as the 2000-2001 season. For Hyundai Mobis, the defeat marks the end of their season, a disappointing conclusion after a hard-fought campaign.

Coach Cho Sang-hyun emphasized the importance of basic plays, stating before the game that small differences such as rebound and turnover are winning and losing. His words proved prophetic as LG’s resilience on the boards ultimately contributed to their victory.

A Tightly Contested Match

The game was a back-and-forth affair, characterized by intense competition and multiple lead changes. In the first half, both teams traded blows, with Hyundai Mobis relying on a balanced attack led by Gauge Prim (19 points, 14 rebounds), Signing (7 points), and sean Long (13 points). LG responded with contributions from Organic Award (13 points) and Carl Tamayo (16 points), keeping the game close.

the third quarter saw the lead change hands four times, with neither team able to establish a significant advantage. The largest lead was a mere four points, highlighting the evenly matched nature of the contest. Hyundai mobis entered the fourth quarter with a slim 58-57 lead.

Clutch Plays Seal the Win for changwon

LG seized control in the fourth quarter, breaking a 66-66 tie with crucial plays.Asem Maray converted two free throws, followed by a steal and an assist to Organic Award, giving LG a six-point lead (72-66), their largest of the game. However, Hyundai Mobis mounted a late comeback, fueled by Gauge Prim’s scoring surge, narrowing the gap and capitalizing on a shooting foul.

With the score at 69-74, Prim actively scored a series of scores, and he succeeded in free fights under the scoring recognition foul.

The final moments were filled with drama. With 1 minute and 30 seconds remaining, Hyundai Mobis had an opportunity to tie the game with two free throws but failed to convert. Both teams then struggled to score, engaging in rushed possessions that yielded no points. In the closing seconds, Yang Joon-seok (17 points, 7 assists) delivered a crucial assist to Maray, who scored the go-ahead basket. Despite missing a free throw, LG secured the win by preventing Hyundai Mobis from getting a final shot off.