Oberwart Gunners Edge Kapfenberg Bulls in Austrian Basketball Superliga Thriller

The Oberwart Gunners claimed a hard-fought 77-72 road win over the Kapfenberg Bulls in the Austrian Basketball Superliga on May 24, 2026. The victory was powered by a strong fourth-quarter rally and clutch free-throw shooting.

Match Overview

Kapfenberg started strong, leading by as many as 10 points in the first half behind efficient inside scoring. However, Oberwart’s zone defense disrupted the Bulls’ rhythm in the third quarter, and the Gunners took their first lead early in the fourth. The game remained tight until the final minute, when Oberwart converted four consecutive free throws to seal the win.

• Kapfenberg Bulls: 72 points (44% FG, 6 of 18 from three)
• Oberwart Gunners: 77 points (46% FG, 8 of 20 from three)
• Key stat: Oberwart shot 15-of-17 from the free-throw line, while Kapfenberg made only 10-of-16.

Key Moments

Trailing 58-52 with eight minutes left, Oberwart went on a 12-2 run, highlighted by a three-point play from their power forward. Kapfenberg tied the game at 70-70 with 90 seconds remaining, but Oberwart’s point guard calmly sank two free throws, and after a defensive stop, two more to ice the game.

Standout Players

Oberwart’s leading scorer finished with 22 points, including 8-of-9 from the charity stripe. Kapfenberg’s center recorded 18 points and 12 rebounds but was limited to 2-of-6 from the free-throw line, which proved costly.

Season Impact

Oberwart moves up to third in the Superliga standings, tightening the race for the top spot. Kapfenberg falls to fifth, still in playoff contention but needing to improve their closing-game execution.