While the situation seemed to be taking a turn for the worse, the Niss’Angels regained their momentum and secured a valuable victory in the Pyrenees, important for their survival in the league.
The score (84-59) highlights the numerical significance of this success, which comes after two setbacks that had cast doubt on the continuation of the season.
Of course, nothing is definitive yet, but with an extra win over their competitors and two out of the next three games at home, the team from Nice has put many positive elements on their side to finish the season well.
Next match on Wednesday 26th at Leyrit against Angers: a victory would put the team from Nice at +2 compared to their rivals and, due to the point differential, would assure their survival at 99.99%!
Statistics: four players scored in double digits, Bar 19 pts, Kamba 18, Toure 16, Diakawara 11
For the team: 31/55 in shooting, 12/12 in free throws, 31 rebounds (Kamba 10), 5 blocks
Standings:
1 CAVIGAL NICE 5w- 4l +32
2 TARBES GESPE BIGORRE 5- 4 +27
3 LYON BASKET 4- 5 -24
4 ANGERS – UNION 4- 5 -35
