Roanne Dominates Pau-Lacq-Orthez to Seize Top Spot
Javon Masters spearheaded a relentless offensive surge as Roanne dismantled Pau-Lacq-Orthez 108-82, seizing the top position in the Leaders Cup standings.
In a pivotal regular-season clash, Roanne asserted control early, building a 15-point lead by halftime and never looking back. The home side's advantage swelled significantly in the second quarter, a period they won by 10 points, enabling them to enter the final frame with a commanding 19-point cushion. Roanne's blistering 67% field goal efficiency (41/61), including a remarkable 58% from beyond the arc (15/26), proved insurmountable for Pau-Lacq-Orthez, who struggled to a mere 24% from three-point range. While Pau's bench poured in 54 points, Roanne's reserves answered with 52, showcasing the depth of their roster.
Despite strong showings from Pau's bench players Fabio Milanese (17 pts) and François Wibaut (15 pts), Roanne found key contributions from their own second unit, with Javon Masters netting 17 points and Mathieu Wojciechowski adding 12 points and two blocks. Dylan Affo Mama also chipped in with 14 points and five assists.
This decisive win elevates Roanne to first place in the Leaders Cup standings at 14-5, solidifying their status as frontrunners heading into the playoffs.