NUREMBERG (Interstat) — Nürnberger BC defeated visiting Artland Dragons 84-77 on Sunday at Sporthalle des BBZ, improving to 3-3 this season while Artland fell to 2-4. Nürnberger BC led 20-18 after the first quarter, but Artland answered with 28 points in the second to take a 46-35 halftime lead. The Dragons added 15 in the third, while Nürnberger BC scored 28 to move ahead 63-61 entering the fourth. Nürnberger BC then closed with 21 points in the final quarter, and Artland scored 16. Artland’s 28-point second quarter was its highest-scoring period, while Nürnberger BC’s 28-point third matched its best quarter. The home side’s fourth-quarter scoring helped secure the win after a tight third period. Nürnberger BC evened its season record, and Artland slipped below .500. The Dragons will look to rebound in their next matchup, while Nürnberger BC will seek to build on the home victory.