GIESSEN, Germany (Interstat) — Giessen defeated Tubingen 93-82 on Saturday at Sporthalle Giessen-Ost, using a strong finish to secure the home victory. The hosts answered several Tubingen runs and maintained their advantage down the stretch. Giessen improved to 4-3 with the win, while Tubingen dropped to 3-4. Tubingen stayed within range through much of the game but could not match Giessen’s late scoring. Tubingen remained within striking distance early, but Giessen pulled away with timely baskets in the final period. Giessen controlled the final stretch and protected its home floor. The game was played in front of the home crowd at Sporthalle Giessen-Ost. Tubingen entered the game after an overtime loss at PS Karlsruhe, while Giessen entered following a road win at Koblenz. Tubingen next hosts Gottingen, and Giessen next travels to Heidelberg. Tubingen could not close the gap despite staying competitive for stretches of the contest.