Le Mans SB defeats Olimpija Ljubljana

Le Mans SB secured a 66-84 victory over Olimpija Ljubljana in a EuroCup match, marking a significant win for the team. This win came after the team started their European season with two losses and followed a tense victory over Rostock.

Lucas Dufeal's standout performance

Lucas Dufeal, who had previously made a decisive alley-oop in the victory over JL Bourg, continued his strong performance and was named the MVP of the EuroCup match. He recorded his best performance of the season with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 blocks, earning an evaluation score of 21 in 21 minutes.

Team dynamics and strategy

Even Guillaume Vizade, known for being perpetually dissatisfied, had no negative comments after the game: "We had a good momentum in the third quarter, which gave us confidence. We won because we defended better in the second half." The team's improved defense and strong third-quarter performance were key factors in the win.

Game progression and halftime lead

After taking a 5-point lead at halftime (43-38) on a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Bastien Grasshoff (14 points), the MSB accelerated in the third quarter, winning 28-14. Their Slovenian opponents never recovered from that point.

Group standings after the match

In the Arena Stozice, where the Euro U20 tournament was held this summer, the Oranges emerged as winners. They have repositioned themselves in fourth place in Group A, while Ljubljana remains at the bottom of the table.