After only nineteen matches played in Betclic Elite, Kyle O’Quinn’s adventure in Paris Basketball will come to an end. The decision had been in the air for some time as the American interior with the NBA pedigree (8 seasons and 472 games played) was irregular in the capital, alternating the matches where he dominated with those where his involvement left something to be desired. The situation is all the more difficult to manage given that of the club, in great difficulty in the Championship since it is tied with the first relegated (Châlons-Reims) with 7 wins and 13 losses for the moment. Far from the play-off ambitions displayed at the start of the season.
On a personal note, O’Quinn (31) will leave Paris with a Championship record of 19 games played (10 as a starter) and averages of 24 minutes, 10.5 points, 6 rebounds and 2.7 assists. His last meeting in the Parisian jersey was, on February 17, the round of 16 of the Coupe de France lost to Boulogne-Levallois (88-81) where he only played six minutes for two small points. Unless there is an exemption, Paris Basketball should not be authorized to hire another player to replace the American, the period for signing new contracts being officially closed since February 28.
