At just 21 years old, is Leïla Lacan already among the world’s elite point guards? Following the conclusion of her exceptional season, capped by winning the French Championship with Basket Landes this past weekend, this question is more relevant than ever. Beyond her team’s outstanding collective performance, Lacan has garnered an impressive seven major individual accolades.
In La Boulangère Wonderligue, she earned three significant awards. Named to the All-Star Five alongside her teammate Murjanatu Musa, she was also voted Regular Season MVP and Finals MVP after Basket Landes defeated Bourges.
Domestically, the French international also clinched the MVP award for the French Cup Final, where Basket Landes triumphed over ESBVA with a score of 77-65. In the Euroleague, Lacan was recognized as January’s MVP, the season’s Best Young Player, and was included in the competition’s All-Star Five.
This remarkable display serves as a fitting farewell as the talented point guard prepares to leave Mont-de-Marsan. According to Sud-Ouest, Lacan will not be returning to Basket Landes after her WNBA season. She will be joined by teammates Myriam Djekoundade, Julie Wojta, Yohana Ewodo, and Louise Bussière in seeking new opportunities.
Leïla Lacan’s Outstanding Individual Achievements This Season:
- La Boulangère Wonderligue All-Star Five
- La Boulangère Wonderligue Regular Season MVP
- La Boulangère Wonderligue Finals MVP
- French Cup Final MVP
- Euroleague January MVP
- Euroleague Best Young Player
- Euroleague All-Star Five
Lacan’s departure marks the end of an era for Basket Landes, but her individual brilliance has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the team and the sport.
