Riga had a 9 point lead with two minutes to go in the final quarter. Seemed like the game was over, but Rock made a 10:2 late run and after Kullamaes three-pointer, the lead was cut to one - 66:67.

With 16 seconds left, Kullamae made a foul to Broyles, who had a chance to put the game away, but made only one of his two free-throws, giving Riga a two point lead.

Rock quickly brought the ball over and Tsindsadze was able ta get an easy lay-up and tie the game - 68:68.
Still, Riga and Millage took advantage of their final possession and visitors won the game.

Rock started well and behind Janar Talts and Tanel Tein, was able to take an early 10:5 lead. Riga quickly answered with 13:2 run and won the first quarter 16:18.

During the entire second quarter Rock only finished three attacks and in the middle of the quarter Riga ran ahead - 20:29. Still, good defensive play from home team never let Riga too far away and Rock was trailing only by 7 after the first half - 25:32.

After the break, Tartu's game improved and behind Tsindsadzes and Talts baskets Rock was able to cut Rigas lead to one - 33:34. Still, visitors were able to get back in front and after three quarters Rock was behind - 44:48.

In the final quarter Rock had a chance to win but Millage and ASK Riga were a bit better and held on.

Janar Talts was the leading scorer of the game wit 18 points (7 rebounds, 4 steals), Tein added 15 (5 assists) and Tsindsadze 13.
Curtis Millage lead his team with 14 points, Aaron Bramletthad 13 ( 9 rebounds).

It was ASK Riga's 10th win in SEB Baltic League. They are holding the thrid place. Rock fell back to 8th place with 11 losses.

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