Sheffield Sharks edged Leicester Riders 81-78 in a closely contested SLB matchup, holding on by three points after a game that remained competitive throughout. Sheffield’s efficiency inside the arc and slight rebounding advantage helped them create enough separation, while Leicester stayed within reach behind balanced scoring from multiple contributors. N. Kern led the Sharks with 19 points, providing the top scoring performance of the game, while Fahro Alihodzic added 18 points in a strong supporting role. Sheffield shot 29-for-46 from the field and finished with 32 rebounds and 17 assists, showing good offensive execution despite making only five three-pointers. Leicester had three players score at least 15 points, with F. Boardman-Raffet leading the Riders with 16, and both K. Johnson and T. Evee adding 15 apiece. The Riders recorded 17 assists and shot efficiently overall, but their 6-for-22 mark from three-point range limited their ability to fully capitalize in a one-possession finish. For Sheffield, the win provides momentum in SLB play and shows their ability to close out tight games on the road or in a high-pressure setting. Leicester will take positives from their balanced attack, but the narrow defeat highlights the importance of late-game execution and improved perimeter shooting in future close contests.