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Maccabi Tel-Aviv claimed a crucial win over Bayern Munich on the road (70-77) and boosted their chances to reach the playoffs.

The Israelis had the upper hand in almost the whole game and closed the third quarter in front by 11 (47-58). The Germans tried to turn things around in the final 10 minutes, yet the visitors stood tall and sealed the deal.

Scottie Wilbekin led the winners with 19 points and six assists, with Tarik Black adding 14 points.

Derrick Williams and Danilo Barthel were the best players of the losing squad, with 17 and 16 points, respectively.

Both teams now have identical records (12-13).