Asvel Clinches Top Spot with Last-Second Victory
asvel secured a thrilling victory against La Rochelle on Sunday, edging them out 79-75 in teh final seconds of the game. This crucial win propelled them to the top of the Betclic Elite standings, tying them with Cholet at 11 victories and 3 defeats.
The match was a rollercoaster of momentum swings. Asvel initially struggled,allowing La Rochelle to take an early lead (10-18 in the 8th minute) and extend it to a commanding 26-18 advantage with a 16-0 run. Though, Asvel rallied after halftime, spearheaded by Paris Lee’s impressive 20 points and 4 rebounds. They surged ahead by ten points entering the final quarter (49-59) thanks to Shaquille Harrison’s consistent presence on the court, contributing 12 points.
La Rochelle, determined to secure their first home victory of the season, refused to back down. Ryan Hawkins (18 points) and Clifton Moore (10 points, 7 rebounds) kept the pressure on Asvel, narrowing the gap to 61-66 in the 34th minute. A clutch three-pointer from Joshiko Saibou with a minute remaining ignited the home crowd, bringing the score to 73-75. Despite their valiant effort, La Rochelle ultimately fell short, suffering their ninth consecutive loss.This nail-biting victory comes after a mixed week for Asvel, who suffered two defeats in the Euroleague against Milan (66-75) and Bologna (83-69) but bounced back with a solid win against Paris in the Championship (98-92). They will now turn their attention to their upcoming Euroleague clash against Anadolu efes in Türkiye on Friday.
Monaco Maintains Euroleague Lead with Dominant Performance
Meanwhile, Euroleague leaders Monaco continued their impressive form with a resounding 109-82 victory over Chalon-sur-Saône. this win keeps them within striking distance of the top three spots in the Betclic Elite standings (4th with 9 victories and 4 defeats).
Following two consecutive Euroleague triumphs against Berlin and Anadolu Efes, Monaco showcased their dominance against Chalon. they established a lead just before halftime (54-49) and never looked back, extending their advantage throughout the second half.
Matthew Strazel led the charge for Monaco with a double-double performance, scoring 19 points and dishing out 10 assists. The team’s scoring was well-distributed, with Vitto Brown (15 points), Mike James (17 points), Jordan Lloyd (20 points), Petr Cornelie (11 points), and Mam Jaiteh (10 points) all contributing substantially. Monaco’s offensive firepower was evident as they surpassed the 100-point mark with over three minutes remaining in the game.
This victory sets the stage for Monaco’s highly anticipated Euroleague encounter against FC Barcelona in four days.
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