Monaco Clinches Finals Berth, Eliminates Nanterre
Monaco punched their ticket to the Betclic Elite Finals, overcoming Nanterre 89-78 at the Palais des Sports Maurice Thorez to seal the semi-final series 4-1. The visitors seized control in the second quarter, unleashing a decisive 13-32 run to build a 12-point halftime lead (37-49). Despite Nanterre's attempts to rally, Monaco maintained their advantage, entering the final period with an 11-point cushion (56-67).
Monaco's victory was underpinned by sharp shooting, converting 52% of their field goals (29/56) compared to Nanterre's 41% (28/69), and a potent three-point attack hitting 43% (10/23). Elie Okobo spearheaded Monaco's offence with 24 points and 4 assists, complemented by Matthew Strazel's 21 points and 5 assists. For Nanterre, Donta Scott poured in 22 points and Benjamin Sene dished out 9 assists, but their efforts proved insufficient as the hosts ultimately fell by 11. Monaco now advances to the next stage of the competition.