Dramatic Finish Seals Victory for Élan Béarnais

Élan Béarnais triumphed over Denain 93-91 in a nail-biting contest decided by a last-second basket from Thomas Cornely. The win marks the fifth success in six matches for the team, solidifying their position in the Elite 2 standings.

Game Recap: A Battle of Momentum

The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading leads throughout. Denain started strong, capitalizing on three-point shooting, but Élan Béarnais fought back, fueled by the energy of Joshua Mballa. The first quarter ended with Denain leading 29-24.

The second quarter saw Élan Béarnais regain their composure, with Thomas Cornely leading the charge. They took the lead, but Denain remained competitive. An incident involving Denain’s coach, Ali Bouziane, who was ejected from the game, added to the intensity.

The third quarter continued the seesaw battle, with both teams exchanging baskets. Denain managed to regain a slight advantage, leading 75-69 heading into the final quarter.

The fourth quarter was a dramatic climax. Élan Béarnais mounted a furious comeback, tying the game before Cornely’s decisive buzzer-beater secured the victory. The final moments included a missed free throw by Mballa, followed by a rebound secured by Nze, setting the stage for Cornely’s winning shot.

“A defensive revelation against one of the best attacks,”

Mickaël Hay, coach of Élan Béarnais

Cornely Shines as Key Performer

Thomas Cornely was the standout performer for Élan Béarnais, finishing with 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 11 assists, earning an evaluation of 41. His clutch performance in the final seconds proved to be the difference-maker.

Looking Ahead

With this victory, Élan Béarnais now occupies 4th place in Elite 2. The team will face a challenging road game against Orléans next, followed by a home game against Évreux and another away game against La Rochelle.

FAQ

• Who won the game? Élan Béarnais won 93-91.
• Who scored the winning basket? Thomas Cornely scored the winning basket on a buzzer-beater.
• What is Élan Béarnais’ record? They have 6 wins in their last 7 matches.