Veteran guard David Holston delivered a 28-point performance to lead the JDA Dijon basketball team to a narrow victory over CSP Limoges in a high-intensity Betclic Élite matchup at a packed Palais des Sports. The game culminated in a frantic finish that tested Dijon’s composure under pressure.
A Hard-Fought Opening Half at the Palais des Sports
Dijon endured a sluggish start before finding a rhythm through Kregor Hermet and Shevon Thompson, both of whom converted early baskets while drawing fouls. Tom Audry energized the home crowd with two spectacular dunks, yet Limoges maintained offensive pressure to secure a narrow 26-24 advantage at the end of the first quarter.
The visiting CSP side extended its lead to seven points during the second period. Holston answered with perimeter shooting, and Kevion Taylor tied the score with a three-pointer. Forward Williams Narace then converted a lay-up at the halftime buzzer, sending Dijon into the locker room with a slim 51-50 edge.
Dijon Reclaims Lead to Secure Victory
Limoges regained the upper hand in the third quarter, placing Dijon’s defense under heavy strain. Holston kept the home side competitive with scoring support from Quentin Losser. Driven by an increasingly vocal crowd, Dijon manufactured a collective response to reclaim the lead at 80-77 heading into the final ten minutes.
The fourth quarter grew tense as Dijon faced defensive hurdles, compounded by Hermet fouling out of the contest. Justin Bibbins stepped up with crucial plays, while Holston sustained his offensive output. In the game’s closing moments, Dijon accelerated its pace to create a decisive separation, securing the victory through disciplined execution in the game’s waning seconds.
Upcoming Betclic Élite Fixture Against SLUC Nancy
With this hard-fought result recorded, the JDA Dijon squad turns its attention to the sixth round of the Betclic Élite season. The team is scheduled to return to the Palais des Sports on October 30 to host SLUC Nancy for their next home fixture.
