Selebangue's Masterclass Lifts Bourg Over Gravelines
Morgan Selebangue orchestrated Espoirs Bourg-en-Bresse's attack, guiding them to an 85-73 triumph over Espoirs Gravelines-Dunkerque at the Ekinox. Selebangue not only poured in 20 points but also dished out a game-high 11 assists, a double-double that showcased his command of the floor. Bourg seized control of the contest, converting 48% of their field goals compared to Gravelines' 43% success rate. While Gravelines found more success from beyond the arc, shooting 33% to Bourg's 29%, the home side capitalised at the free-throw line, hitting 84% of their attempts versus Gravelines' 40%. Leni Monnet chipped in 17 points and Julien Taponat added 16, providing crucial scoring depth for Bourg, whose bench contributed 17 points to Gravelines' 14. Sohan Boungo fought valiantly for Gravelines with 28 points, but it wasn't enough to swing the momentum. This victory moves Bourg-en-Bresse to 2-2 on the season, placing them seventh in the Leaders Cup standings, while Gravelines-Dunkerque remains winless at 0-4, sitting fourteenth.