AS Monaco Basket becomes the first winner of the Super Cup. Vassilis Spanoulis’ men did not falter against Le Mans, with a large victory (104-79). An excellent way to start their season.
A historic victory for the Roca Team! This Sunday afternoon, AS Monaco Basket played in the first Super Cup final in history. After easily defeating Boulazac in the semifinals (95-70), the Roca Team faced Le Mans, who had beaten Paris Basketball (90-87). The competition takes place at Roland Garros, within the Phillipe-Chatrier stadium.
Faced with an opponent that had beaten them three times last season, the Roca Team starts their match perfectly. After almost five minutes of play, the Monégasques lead by ten points, being effective on both ends of the court. This scenario forces the Le Mans coach to call a timeout.
The first quarter was outrageously dominated by Vassilis Spanoulis’ men (30-16). Le Mans’ defense was completely overwhelmed by the vice-champions of France’s offensives. The Rocher players dictated the pace at the start of the match.
A first half under control for AS Monaco Basket
In this second act, the Monégasques maintain their lead. Led by an excellent Elie Okobo, who scored 11 points, four assists, and one rebound at the start of the match. However, the Rocher team is less precise than in the first quarter, with 35% shooting compared to 50% in the first ten minutes.
Without forcing, Mike James’ teammates go into the locker room with a fifteen-point lead (47-32). A slight relaxation and a tougher defense from Le Mans explain this more contested second quarter.
During this first half, it is noteworthy to mention the presence of Matthew Strazel. The French guard had returned to the court yesterday against Boulazac (23 minutes). To recall, the Monégasque had been injured during the EuroBasket preparation with the French national team. He received a knock that forced him to withdraw from the entire competition.
A victory in complete serenity for the Roca Team
Returning from the locker room, Vassilis Spanoulis’ players continued their demonstration. The Monégasques improved their shooting accuracy, with 57% in this third quarter. Le Mans couldn’t find a solution, especially against the offensive arsenal of the Roca Team. The men in white, tonight, once again win this quarter (31-23). This dominance allows them to approach the final quarter with a substantial lead on the scoreboard (78-55).
The Roca Team ends this match in control. A 104 to 79 victory for this first edition of the Super Cup. An excellent way for the Monégasques to start their season. A year, where the entire club aims high, both in Betclic Élite and in the Euroleague.
A major departure from the Monégasque ranks in recent hours
In parallel, on Saturday morning, the Rocher club officially announced the departure of Jordan Loyd. The point guard had an excellent EuroBasket with the Polish national team. He finished the competition with 22.4 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2 assists on average. The Polish player leaves the Rocher and the French championship to join Turkey and the Anadolu Efes Istanbul club.
