Ratiopharm Ulm secured a convincing 93-76 home win against local rivals EnBW Ludwigsburg in the Basketball Bundesliga on March 7, 2026. This derby victory was built on a dominant second-half performance, allowing Ulm to pull away for a comfortable margin. The first half was a tight, physical affair typical of the rivalry, with Ludwigsburg holding a slight edge. Ulm came out of the locker room with renewed energy, unleashing a 15-2 run to start the third quarter that shifted the momentum entirely. Their defensive pressure forced Ludwigsburg into contested shots and turnovers, which Ulm converted into easy fast-break points. The focus point was Ulm's bench contribution, which provided a significant spark and outscored their counterparts by a wide margin. This result was crucial for Ulm's playoff aspirations in the highly competitive Bundesliga, helping them climb the league table, while Ludwigsburg's inconsistent form continued. Post-match, the Ulm coach highlighted the team's defensive adjustment at halftime as the key to the match.