Xavier Rathan-Mayes Leads Bayern Munich To Dominant Game 1 Semi-Final Victory Over Bonn
FC Bayern Munich took a commanding 1-0 series lead with a dominant 91-69 victory over Telekom Baskets Bonn Photo Credit: FC Bayern Basketball
FC Bayern Munich made a statement in Game 1 of the semi-finals. In a dominant opening performance, the Bavarians dismantled Telekom Baskets Bonn 91-69, winning by a convincing 22-point margin and taking a 1-0 series lead. The result was never truly in doubt, as Bayern controlled the game from start to finish.
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Xavier Rathan-Mayes was the standout performer of the night. The guard finished as the game’s top scorer with 20 points, adding 2 rebounds and 3 assists in 27 minutes of action. He set the tone for Bayern’s offense and consistently created problems for Bonn’s defense throughout the contest.
FC Bayern Munich 91 - 69 Telekom Baskets Bonn · EasyCredit BBL · 01/06/2026
| Game | PTS | REB | AST | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC Bayern Munich | Isiaha Mike | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Oscar Da Silva | 17 | 7 | 0 | |
| Xavier Rathan-Mayes | 20 | 2 | 3 | |
| Niels Giffey | 5 | 0 | 0 | |
| David McCormack | 4 | 1 | 1 | |
| Nenad Dimitrijevic | 13 | 2 | 6 | |
| Johannes Voigtmann | 6 | 11 | 3 | |
| Leon Kratzer | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Justinian Jessup | 8 | 1 | 0 | |
| Vladimir Lucic | 4 | 5 | 0 | |
| Elias Harris | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Justus Hollatz | 4 | 2 | 6 | |
| Telekom Baskets Bonn | Jalen Finch | 8 | 2 | 5 |
| Jonathan Bahre | 5 | 2 | 0 | |
| Zachery Cooks | 5 | 3 | 4 | |
| Michael Kessens | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Kenan Reinhart | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Kur Jongkuch | 2 | 3 | 1 | |
| Joel Aminu | 16 | 2 | 0 | |
| Patrick Heckmann | 6 | 4 | 1 | |
| Jeff Garrett | 5 | 7 | 2 | |
| Tylan Birts | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Alijah Comithier | 18 | 5 | 1 | |
| Melvin Jostmann | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A Balanced Bayern Attack Overwhelms Bonn
What made Bayern’s victory all the more impressive was the depth of their scoring. Oscar Da Silva was a force in the frontcourt, contributing 17 points and 7 rebounds in just over 25 minutes. Nenad Dimitrijevic added 13 points and 6 assists, providing excellent playmaking from the backcourt, while Isiaha Mike chipped in with 10 points and Justinian Jessup contributed 8 points off the wing. Five Bayern players reached double digits or came close, making it virtually impossible for Bonn to find a single defensive answer.
Bonn’s efforts were not without merit. Alijah Comithier was their best player on the night, finishing with 18 points and 5 rebounds, while Joel Aminu added 16 points. Jalen Finch did his best to generate offense with 8 points and 5 assists. However, the collective firepower of the Bavarians was simply too overwhelming for the Telekom Baskets to contain.
Bayern’s dominant Game 1 performance is a testament to their roster depth and offensive versatility. With multiple players capable of stepping up on any given night, their squad presents a matchup nightmare for any opponent. Rathan-Mayes’ ability to lead the offense while others contribute consistently around him is a clear strength as the series progresses.
FC Bayern Munich now hold a 1-0 series lead and will be looking to build on this impressive start when the semi-final series continues.
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