Euroleague: Strazel & Okobo Lead Short-Handed AS Monaco to Crucial Win Over ASVEL
AS Monaco secured a crucial 81-76 victory against ASVEL in the Principality, a must-win game following Dubai's triumph over Zalgiris Kaunas (61-73). Despite the return of star player Mike James, it was the French guards Mathew Strazel and Élie Okobo who stepped up as the heroes of the match. Strazel delivered an impressive performance with 22 points and 6 assists, while Okobo contributed significantly with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists.
These outstanding individual efforts were vital for the Roca Team, which navigated the challenge against Villeurbanne with a roster limited to just eight professional players. Demonstrating immense pride and determination, the Monegasques clinched a vital success. This win propels them to within a single victory of Panathinaikos, who currently holds the coveted 6th place – a direct qualification spot for the Euroleague playoffs.
Fresh materials — Sports News
Chus Bueno Warns EuroLeague Clubs About NBA Europe Ambitions
Thirteen shareholder clubs have signed ten-year franchise agreements. Could some still join NBA Europe without a global deal? "I don’t think that will happen. I believe our teams want to stay together, and that's what I've heard from everyone at our meeting at Lake Como. If a team
Nadir Hifi Leads Betclic ÉLITE MVP Ladder
A new monthly ranking tracks the race for the Betclic ÉLITE MVP title. It combines player votes, broadcaster DAZN's perspective, and statistical performance. October 2026 MVP Ladder After the initial weeks of competition, Nadir Hifi stands at the top of this first MVP Ladder. His indivi
Lamine Kébé: "I've always been under pressure" at Orléans after Blois defeat
Orléans coach Lamine Kébé admits he is "always under pressure" following the team's significant loss to Blois. "It's the coach's job. I don't control that, I focus on the team. If decisions are made... I hope they won't be. But I don't control that," Kébé stated to ICI Orléans, describing the
Greek Basketball Federation President Arrested Amid Corruption Probe
Vangelis Liolios, president of the Hellenic Basketball Federation, was arrested on Wednesday, October 21st, under an arrest warrant issued as part of a sports prosecution investigation. According to SPORT24, three other individuals out of six targeted by the warrant were also taken into custody
Nando De Colo Honored by FFBB
The French Basketball Federation (FFBB) recognized prominent figures in French basketball during its annual General Assembly. Nando De Colo and Andreas Zagklis were awarded the highest FFBB distinction, the Robert Busnel – Yvan Mainini Trophy. Andreas Zagklis, Secretary General of FIBA, received t
Paris Basketball Claims First Euroleague Victory Over Zalgiris Kaunas
Paris Basketball has secured a foundational win, overcoming Zalgiris Kaunas 82-78. After leading at halftime and then falling behind in the final quarter, the Parisian club found the strength to clinch the victory. This win marks a turning point after a challenging start to their Euroleague se