Two French players in Verona

Two French basketball players took part in a match at the PalaMagis in Verona on Saturday, but their outcomes were very different. Ismaël Kamagate helped his team, Varèse, win the game, while Milan Barbitch struggled with his new team, Tezenis Verona.

Kamagate's strong performance

Ismaël Kamagate had his best performance of the season for Varèse, contributing 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 1 block. His efforts helped Varèse secure a victory, with five players scoring over 10 points. It was the first time this season he scored more than 12 points in 26 minutes.

Kamagate's improvement

Kamagate started the game slowly but improved as it went on. He became more aggressive and accurate, especially in the paint, and made all four of his free throws. His performance showed a new level of confidence and physicality compared to earlier in the game.

Kamagate's previous success

This performance followed a strong showing in a recent European match, where Kamagate contributed 9 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists in a 95-61 win over Bamberg. His consistent play has been a positive sign for Varèse.

Barbitch's limited impact

Milan Barbitch, who recently joined Tezenis Verona, had a limited impact in the game. He scored only 3 points on 1/3 shooting and contributed 1 assist in 12 minutes. His offensive performance was not strong, though he had a moment of success in the third quarter.

Barbitch's ongoing adjustment

Barbitch is still adjusting to his new team and the competitive environment in the Italian first division. His playing time has been limited so far, with only 26 minutes in three games. Verona is also waiting for the return of Izaiah Brockington, which may affect Barbitch’s opportunities.

League standings update

Varèse now has a winning streak of three games, including in the Basketball Champions League, and holds a 4-2 record in Serie A. Tezenis Verona, meanwhile, has a balanced record of 3-3 after this match.