EC: Massive Comeback Not Enough as Cluj-Napoca Lose in Overtime

U-BT Cluj-Napoca suffered a tough overtime defeat on the road, as Hapoel Jerusalem claimed a 114:104 victory in a dramatic BKT EuroCup clash.

The game proved to be a major test of character for U-BT Cluj-Napoca, who found themselves in serious trouble early on. The hosts imposed their rhythm and physicality, building a lead that stretched to as many as 23 points and putting the visitors under heavy pressure.

However, Cluj-Napoca refused to fold. Showing resilience and belief, they gradually clawed their way back into the contest and turned the game into a real battle down the stretch. Led by an outstanding performance from Trey Woodbury, the Romanian side completed an impressive comeback in the final minutes and forced overtime, tying the score at 96:96 after regulation.

The extra five minutes, though, belonged entirely to Hapoel Jerusalem. The home team raised their intensity once again, scoring 18 points in overtime and capitalizing on key possessions to pull away and secure the win.

With this loss, U-BT Cluj-Napoca drop to an overall record of 8-9. Their EuroCup fate will now be decided in the final round, when they host Aris Thessaloniki in a direct battle for a spot in the playoffs - a true do-or-die showdown where the winner advances to the next phase.

2025/26 BKT EuroCup, Regular Season, Round 17, Wednesday, February 4, 2026:

HAPOEL MIDTOWN JERSULALEM - U-BT Cluj-Napoca 114:104 (22:19, 26:14, 23:27, 25:36, 18:8)
Harper 30, Carrington 20 | Woodbury 28, Richard 19.

Thursday, February 5, 2026:

Veolia Towers Hamburg - Cedevita Olimpija (19:30)

Tuesday, February 3, 2026:

ratiopharm Ulm – BUDUĆNOST VOLI 90:103 (19:23, 26:22, 30:21, 15:37)
Ledlum 27, Smith 18 | Ferrell 23, Sulaimon 23.