The hosts played aggressive press defense in the third quarter and went on a 29-6 run to build a 21 point lead before the final ten minutes, 61-40.

Center Alexandra Stelfox, power forward Sabīne Niedola and point guard Katarzyna Suknarowska were unstoppable during that stretch, scoring most of the points for the home team.

Audentes players tried hard to cut the deficit but fell short in their chase.

Armands Misus side sealed the game with another run to extend their lead up to 27 points, 77-50.

Liepāja can afford to lose by up to 26 points on the road and still advance.

Game replay: watch full game replay on http://sportacentrs.com/sportacentrs_tv/27032014-andris_liepa_1395939584

Coming next: second game will be held on Monday, March 31. Winner will advance to play the ECLEX Tallinn/1182 squad (#3) in the quarterfinals on Friday, April 4.

All time series: 3-1 (this season 1-1).

Stat of the game: Vega 1/Liepāja outrebounded Audentes 48-33, including 27-17 advantage in the second half.

Stars of the game: Alexandra Stelfox, Sabīne Niedola and Katarzyna Suknarowska each registered double-doubles. Suknarowska paced Liepāja with 10 assists and 17 points. Niedola had 20 points and 13 rebounds, while Stelfox added 23 points and 12 rebounds.