Port of Antwerp Giants produced one of the most emphatic road performances of the BNXT League season, dismantling Eiffeltowers Den Bosch 125-86 on Sunday night. The Belgian side controlled the game from the opening minutes and never allowed the hosts to settle, turning a fast-paced contest into a convincing statement win. The visitors’ ball movement, transition scoring and three-point shooting proved too much for Den Bosch, who fell behind early and could not close the gap after halftime.

Match overview

Antwerp set the tone with a 32-19 first quarter, attacking in transition and punishing Den Bosch’s early turnovers. The Giants stretched the lead to 63-43 by halftime, with their bench maintaining the same intensity as the starters. The third quarter effectively ended the contest as Antwerp pushed the advantage to 94-67, and the final period became a matter of managing the rotation and protecting the large lead. The final score of 125-86 reflected Antwerp’s dominance on both ends of the floor.

Key moments

The decisive spell came late in the first quarter, when Antwerp reeled off a 14-2 run to break open a close game. Den Bosch briefly threatened early in the third, cutting the deficit to 15, but the Giants responded with an 11-0 burst that silenced the home crowd. From there, Antwerp’s lead never dropped below 20 points, and the visitors cruised through the final ten minutes.

Tactical story

Antwerp’s transition game was the story of the night. The Giants scored heavily off Den Bosch turnovers and repeatedly found open shooters on the perimeter, finishing with 15 made three-pointers. Den Bosch struggled to contain dribble penetration, which forced help rotations and left Antwerp with clean looks from beyond the arc. The hosts also gave up 18 fast-break points and were outrebounded on the offensive glass, compounding their defensive problems.

Standout players

• Jordan Walker (Antwerp): 28 points, 9 assists and 4 rebounds, controlling the tempo throughout.
• Malik Dembélé (Antwerp): 22 points and 11 rebounds, dominating the paint and finishing around the rim.
• Ryan van der Meer (Den Bosch): 19 points and 6 rebounds, one of the few bright spots for the hosts.
• Noah Janssens (Antwerp): 17 points off the bench, including four three-pointers in the first half.

Season impact

The win strengthens Antwerp’s position in the BNXT League standings and sends a clear message about their road credentials. For Den Bosch, the defeat highlights defensive concerns that must be addressed quickly, especially with a demanding schedule ahead. Antwerp will look to carry the momentum into their next fixture, while Den Bosch must regroup and find a more disciplined approach on the defensive end.