InBL Pro U25 2025: Delhi Dribblers End Punjab Warriors’ Winning Streak in a Thrilling Showdown

James Montgomery spearheaded the attack, delivering an outstanding 27-point, 13-rebound double-double, while Mark Burkholder’s 30-point explosion propelled Delhi off the bottom of the standings. The game ignited instantly as Brijesh Tiwari and Vaisakh Manoj drained early three-pointers for Punjab, but the Dribblers quickly responded with aggressive full-court pressure. An early setback saw Piyush Meena in foul trouble, momentarily giving Punjab the upper hand. However, Burkholder and Meena dominated inside the paint, ensuring Delhi stayed within striking distance, trailing by just three at the end of the first quarter.

As the second quarter unfolded, Delhi asserted control on the boards, with Montgomery and Burkholder dictating both ends of the court. Punjab retaliated as Stokley Chaffee threw down a thunderous dunk, triggering a series of rapid lead changes. Just when Punjab appeared to gain momentum behind Taane Samuel and Uche Dibiamaka’s five-point cushion, Burkholder responded with a highlight-reel slam, reducing the deficit to three.

The third quarter saw Delhi’s defense tighten, forcing crucial stops that led to fast-break opportunities. Christopher Washburn orchestrated the offense masterfully, setting up Daniel Poelsma and Burkholder for clutch shots. On the other end, Tiwari and Boston Mazlin kept Punjab in contention, ensuring the game remained deadlocked at 64-64 heading into the final period.

The decisive fourth quarter witnessed Dibiamaka pushing Punjab’s tempo, attempting to capitalize on transition plays. However, Delhi’s relentless rebounding created second-chance scoring opportunities. The game reached a boiling point as Dibiamaka and Manoj fouled out, shifting momentum in Delhi’s favor. Montgomery capitalized on the moment, drawing fouls and sinking crucial free throws. Washburn dazzled with no-look assists, setting up Mohammad Ishaan for key buckets.

With just a minute remaining, the Dribblers carved out a five-point lead. Punjab struggled to convert under pressure, while Delhi capitalized on fast-break opportunities to seal a remarkable victory.

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