Lattes-Montpellier surged to co-leadership after a strong win, while Landerneau struggled without key player Harmoni Turner and Villeneuve-d'Ascq bounced back with a fifth straight victory.
Lattes-Montpellier secures league leadership
Lattes-Montpellier took advantage of Basket Landes' last-second loss in Toulouse to defeat Chartres 58-70, securing a share of the league lead with six wins in seven games. The team faced early challenges but eventually built a 20-point lead, with Sara Chevaugeon scoring 18 points.Landerneau struggles without key player
Landerneau faced significant difficulties in a game against ASVEL, scoring only 42 points—their lowest total since March 2024—due to the absence of Harmoni Turner, who typically contributes 22 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists per game. The team's new medical assistant, Taylor Valladay, had limited impact in his debut.Landerneau's coach criticizes team performance
Landerneau’s coach Wani Muganguzi criticized the team's lack of aggressiveness in a postgame interview with Ouest France, noting they recorded only 6 offensive rebounds—their lowest of the season. Samantha Peytour of ASVEL was a key performer, scoring 16 points and grabbing 12 rebounds.Villeneuve-d'Ascq ends losing streak
Villeneuve-d'Ascq improved their performance after a weak start to the season, defeating Angers 78-71 for their fifth consecutive win. The victory was fueled by Stella Colas’ 10 assists and Steph Kostowicz’s 18 points on 8/14 shooting and 6 rebounds.Villeneuve-d'Ascq coach highlights team progress
Maxime Bézin, Villeneuve-d'Ascq’s coach, emphasized the team’s improved mindset and energy in an interview with La Voix du Nord, stating they are continuing their rebuilding process.