Wilfried Yeguete's injury sidelines him

Wilfried Yeguete, a key player for the MSB, is out for the rest of the season due to a left elbow dislocation. His return is not expected until the end of January, prompting the club to seek a replacement.

MSB recruits Nathan Kuta

The MSB has signed Nathan Kuta, a 26-year-old Dutch player standing 2.01 meters tall, for a three-month contract. Kuta joins from Maccabi Rishon LeZion, an Israeli club, where he was expected to play this season but did not make any appearances.

Kuta's performance with Orleans Loire Basket

Over the past two seasons, Kuta played for Orleans Loire Basket (OLB) and was the team's top performer in the 2025-2026 season. He averaged 12.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, shooting at a 58.4% success rate from the field.

Kuta's background and international experience

Before joining OLB in 2024, Kuta played in the Belgian league for teams like Limbourg, Alost, and Charleroi. He is also a member of the Dutch national team and is currently participating in qualification matches for the 2027 World Cup.

Coach Vizade praises Kuta's qualities

MSB coach Guillaume Vizade expressed confidence in Kuta's abilities, highlighting his skills in screen setting, physicality, and passing. He noted that Kuta has proven to be a dedicated player for OLB and is ready to step in for Yeguete.

MSB's roster and coaching staff

The MSB has strengthened its roster by adding players like Léopold Delaunay and Lucas Dufeal from Pro B. Coach Vizade, who joined the club from Vichy in 2024, has been monitoring second division matches to track players on loan from Le Mans.

Kuta's recent history with Elan Béarnais

Kuta faces Elan Béarnais Pau-Orthez in his first match with the MSB this Saturday. He previously played against them in the Elite 2 playoffs, where his performance nearly led OLB to a championship win.