Lee's Masterclass Can't Stop Dijon's Rout
Greg Lee's individual brilliance was a lone bright spot as Le Portel succumbed to a resounding 126-80 defeat against Dijon. Lee poured in 32 points, adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists, and Kylian Mpete contributed 24 points, yet it wasn't enough to stem the tide. Dijon held an eight-point lead at halftime (54-62) before unleashing a devastating 41-9 run in the third quarter that blew the game wide open, establishing a commanding 40-point advantage entering the final period (63-103). The visitors showcased exceptional offensive efficiency, shooting a blistering 61% from the field and an outstanding 17-of-26 (65%) from beyond the arc, while their bench provided a massive 65 points. Gregor Hrovat led the charge with 27 points, complemented by 17 points from reserve Robin Ducoté. Le Portel, now rooted to the bottom of the Betclic Elite standings with a 0-14 record, sees Dijon solidify their 10th position.