Nanterre returns to European competition on Wednesday, 7 October, when they face Trabzonspor in the Basketball Champions League (BCL). The game is set for 18:00 and will be broadcast live on Courtside 1891 via DAZN. This marks Nanterre's return to continental competition after a period of absence from European play. The match against Trabzonspor holds symbolic meaning for Nanterre, recalling a significant moment from 2015 when they won the EuroChallenge final with a dramatic last-second lay-up by T.J. Campbell. This play, often referred to as "La main de Dieu" (The Hand of God), is regarded as one of the most important moments in the club's history. Trabzonspor, the Turkish team Nanterre faces, has experienced considerable growth since 2015. The club has risen from the second division to become a top-tier team in the Basketbol Super Ligi, securing a place in the BCL. This summer, Trabzonspor made several high-profile signings, including Shaquille Harrison from ASVEL and Marcus Keene from Strasbourg. The team also includes Xavier Tillman, a former NBA player and 2024 champion with Boston. Nanterre enters the match with a domestic record similar to Trabzonspor, having started their league season with a win but struggling to maintain that success in later games. However, Nanterre has maintained strong team continuity, keeping seven players from the previous season, including experienced players such as Benjamin Sène, Lucas Dussoulier, and Paul Lacombe. The team has also added Xavier Castañeda, who has shown promise with 18 points and 7 assists in a recent game against Pau. Hugo Yimga-Moukouri, a young player expected to be a first-round draft pick in the NBA, is also anticipated to make a significant contribution.