“It was more of a friendly match than a real competitive match,” said Monaco coach Zvezdan Mitrović at a press conference. “This victory allows us to finish the year well. Now we have to keep moving forward in the next round of EuroCup.”
Ensured to finish third in Group C of the competition, the Roca Team still won against Andorra (66-64), also qualified and guaranteed to finish fourth. In front at half-time (30-25), the Marcos Knight (16 points) was serious until the end. Enough to ensure a fourth European victory in 2020-2021.
Mitrovic on Choupas: “He’s a young player who is improving game after game”
In search of a position 1 following the departure of Nikola Rebic for Nanterre, the Monegasque team took the opportunity to play their youngsters. And particularly Yohan Choupas (born in 2000). So Rudy Demahis-Ballou had the right to 11 minutes in the lead, the shooting guard played 21 minutes, during which he compiled 12 points at 2/3 with 3-points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist for 18 devaluation.
“He has played a lot in our last three games, recalls the Montenegrin coach. He is making a good return on his playing time. He was very good this (Tuesday) evening and even in our last game, against Lietkabelis. It is a young player, who is improving game after game. ”
The only leader of Jeep ELITE (6 wins – 1 loss) and qualified for the Top 16 of the EuroCup, the Principality club will be able to take a few days of vacation with peace of mind.
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