SK Edges Samsung in Thrilling Basketball Match, Claims Sole Second Place
Seoul SK has secured sole second place in the 2025-2026 LG Electronics Professional Basketball League after a hard-fought 82-79 victory over Seoul Samsung on February 17th. This win marks SK’s fifth consecutive victory, bringing their record to 27 wins and 15 losses.
Warney Leads SK to Victory
The game saw a dominant performance from SK’s Warney, who scored an impressive 38 points. Alvin Tolentino contributed 14 points, and Youngjun Ahn added 11 points to the team’s total.
From Ninth to Second: SK’s Remarkable Turnaround
SK’s ascent to second place is particularly noteworthy considering they began the season ranked ninth. The team has demonstrated a significant turnaround in form.
Win+Win+W+W+W=Exclusive 2nd place. SK has won 5 games in a row.
A Tense Contest at Jamsil Gymnasium
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams trading leads throughout. SK initially trailed, ending the first quarter 17-27, but fought back with a strong rebounding performance in the second quarter. They briefly took the lead, finishing the first half tied at 47-47.
The third and fourth quarters continued to see a back-and-forth battle. SK regained momentum with key contributions from Tolentino and Warney, building a lead that Samsung attempted to close in the final minutes.
Late-Game Drama and a Crucial Block
With just over two minutes remaining, Warney extended SK’s lead to 82-72 with a three-pointer. However, Samsung narrowed the gap to three points with 34 seconds left. A crucial turnover by SK with 15 seconds remaining added to the tension.
a deflection by Choi Won-hyuk with 8 seconds left sealed the victory for SK, blocking Samsung’s final attack.
Samsung Falls Short Despite Strong Performances
Despite a strong showing from Kanter (27 points), Han Ho-bin (13 points), and Lee Kwan-hee (18 points), Samsung suffered a defeat, bringing their season record to 13 wins and 29 losses.
Looking Ahead
SK’s recent success positions them as a strong contender in the league. Their ability to overcome early-season challenges and consistently deliver strong performances will be key to their continued success.
FAQ
- Who won the game between SK and Samsung? SK won the game 82-79.
- How many points did Warney score? Warney scored 38 points.
- What is SK’s current record? SK’s current record is 27 wins and 15 losses.
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