Valencia storms back to down ASVEL 105-92
Valencia completed a stunning comeback to defeat ASVEL 105-92 on the road, erasing an eleven-point halftime deficit. The Spanish side seized control in a decisive fourth quarter, outscoring their hosts 29-15 to seal the victory. Despite ASVEL's 44% (34/77) field goal shooting and 13 made threes, they were outrebounded 44-33 and committed 14 turnovers. ASVEL's bench, however, provided a significant spark, with Patty Mills pouring in 26 points and Hugo Besson adding 19 points and 6 assists, but it wasn't enough. Valencia, who shot a blistering 52% (34/66) from the field including 45% from deep, was led by Nikola Mirotic's 22 points, with Tj Shorts contributing 17 points and 6 assists. This opening night victory gives Valencia crucial early momentum in the regular season.