Monaco Clinch Finals Berth, Eliminate Nanterre
Monaco punched their ticket to the next round, defeating Nanterre 83-61 on the road to clinch the semi-final series 3-1. The Roca Boys seized control in the second quarter, outscoring Nanterre 23-8 to build a 15-point halftime lead (28-43). This advantage only grew, as they entered the final period up by 18 (46-64).
Despite shooting just 34% from the field (21/62) and a dismal 26% from three (7/27), Nanterre received 13 points off the bench from Paul Lacombe, with Hugo Yimga-Moukouri and Alexandre Chassang adding six points apiece. However, Monaco's dominance, particularly on the glass with a 42-36 rebounding advantage and four blocks from Kevarrius Hayes, proved decisive. Elie Okobo, who poured in 23 points and dished out five assists, and Matthew Strazel, with 21 points and four assists, spearheaded Monaco's attack, securing the 83-61 final margin.
Monaco advances to the Betclic Elite Finals, having eliminated Nanterre in this decisive series.