EuroLeague: ASVEL Heartbreak as Former Star Chris Jones Hits Buzzer-Beater for Red Star Belgrade

ASVEL Villeurbanne suffered a narrow 82-84 defeat at the Astroballe on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, during the fifth round of the EuroLeague. The game was decided in the final seconds when former ASVEL player Chris Jones hit a mid-range jump shot at the buzzer to secure the victory for Crvena Zvezda Belgrade, as reported by Media365.

A Final Possession That Decided the Outcome

The match remained highly competitive until the closing moments. With the score tied at 82-82 and 24 seconds remaining, ASVEL coach Tony Parker called a timeout to organize the final offensive sequence. According to Media365, Tremont Waters took the primary shot for Villeurbanne but missed, and teammate Semi Ojeleye secured the rebound. However, the French side could not convert the opportunity into points. With eight seconds left on the clock, Chris Jones led the transition for Crvena Zvezda, maneuvering past his former teammate David Lighty to sink the decisive shot as time expired.

The Shift in Momentum at the Astroballe

ASVEL held the lead for the majority of the contest, despite a difficult start that saw them lose the first quarter 23-36. The team recovered in the second quarter, establishing a nine-point lead before entering halftime ahead 46-42, according to Media365. The intensity persisted throughout the second half, with the lead changing multiple times. Media365 reported that while ASVEL maintained a five-point advantage with four minutes remaining, Crvena Zvezda responded with an 8-0 run to reclaim control of the game’s tempo.

The tactical struggle was notable given Crvena Zvezda’s roster limitations. As Media365 noted, the Serbian side played without a traditional pivot due to injuries, forcing them to adapt their defensive approach against ASVEL’s interior play. Joel Bolomboy, who contributed 5 points and 5 rebounds, provided a late spark for the hosts, but the team ultimately could not sustain its defensive pressure in the final seconds.

Statistical Highlights and Individual Performances

Offensively, ASVEL was led by Gach with 19 points, followed by Tremont Waters with 15 points and Mills with 11 points. Crvena Zvezda relied heavily on the production of Chima Moneke, who scored 18 points, and Jordan Nwora, who added 17 points.

Media365 noted that this loss disrupts the momentum ASVEL had been building following three consecutive victories across all competitions. For Tony Parker, the result was a reflection of the unpredictable nature of the sport. “It’s basketball. Chris hit a huge shot,” Parker told EuroLeague TV, as cited by Media365. “I’m very proud of my guys; it was a great game.”

Upcoming EuroLeague Schedule

With this result, ASVEL moves to a record of two wins and three losses, remaining in the second half of the EuroLeague standings. The team faces a challenging stretch in the coming days, with back-to-back road games scheduled against Real Madrid and Zalgiris Kaunas, as noted by Media365. Crvena Zvezda Belgrade improves to three wins and two losses, keeping them in contention with the league’s top-tier clubs.