The Chorale de Roanne secured a notable victory in the Betclic ELITE league, defeating Nanterre 92 with a score of 93 to 83. The game took place at the André-Vacheresse arena, which was filled to capacity with 4,500 spectators. This marked a strong return to their home crowd for the Chorale de Roanne, who are newly promoted to the top division. The win follows their opening victory at Boulazac, where they narrowly beat the host team 79 to 81, giving them a solid start to their campaign. Before the match, Yvann Mbaya, a player for the Chorale de Roanne, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform against a strong opponent like Nanterre 92. He noted that despite being newly promoted, the team had already dominated the ELITE 2 league last season after the arrival of coach TJ Parker, who brought a new level of competitiveness to the squad. From the start of the game, the Chorale de Roanne imposed a fast-paced style of play, led by Darius Johnson, who had an outstanding performance with 26 points and five key passes. The team’s strong shooting from three-point range (11 out of 26 attempts, or 42%) and a solid defensive effort—forcing 22 turnovers—were key factors in their victory. Despite the absence of center Darius Hannah due to a serious injury and Jahvon Blair sitting out after two matches with a negative evaluation, the Chorale de Roanne showed resilience and determination. They limited Nanterre 92 to only 36 points in the second half, compared to 47 in the first. With two wins in two matches, the double French champions are currently leading the league table and making a strong impression on the national basketball scene.