It was an open secret. A year after playing in the Betclic Élite final, the Metropolitans 92, beaten 75-83 by Chalon-sur-Saône, say goodbye to the First Division. A descent into hell for Victor Wembanyama’s former club, which will play in Pro B next season, after Roanne’s victory against Cholet (82-69).
The Choir (16th) continues to believe in its survival five days from the end. This victory against Cholet allows the club to maintain pressure on BCM Gravelines Dunkerque, 15th and first non-relegation.
Doumbouya on fire
The Choir can thank ex-NBA player Sekou Doumbouya, author of his best match since his return to France in February: 33 points at 5/6 behind the three-point line. An MVP match for the former Pistons player who won his duel against Tidjane Salaün (16 points).
As for the Choletais, the play-offs remain accessible with an 8th place, tied with Strasbourg (7th). They will have two decisive matches against Paris Basket (April 24) and AS Monaco (May 4), title contenders at the end of the season.
Asvel and Youssoupha Fall ensure
Clashes that Asvel, third behind Paris Basket, will closely follow. With one victory less than the capital club – which has one game less – Mike Scott’s teammates can still take second place.
Winner of ADA Blois, this Sunday, they were never worried by the Blésoise attack (98-72) with a Youssoupha Fall of great days (21 points and 10 rebounds). The next meeting against Paris Basket, winner of the Eurocup against Bourg-en-Bresse on Friday, will be decisive, Sunday April 21.
2024-04-14 20:02:42
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