A stellar performance by AS Monaco star Mike James saw his team eliminate Paris Basketball in the last 16 of the French Cup on Tuesday night.

Mike James stars as Monaco knocks out defending champ Paris in French Cup

A stellar performance by [AS Monaco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/as-monaco/mco/) star [Mike James](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mike-james/005985/) saw his team eliminate [Paris Basketball](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/paris-basketball/prs/) in the last 16 of the French Cup on Tuesday night.

James erupted for 32 points, making a perfect 7-of-7 triples and shooting 10-of-13 from the field, as Monaco came out with a 109-103 win at Salle Gaston Medecin. Curiously, [these teams will meet again – also at Monaco’s arena – on Thursday](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/as-monaco-paris-basketball/E2025/131/) in Round 14 of the 2025-26 EuroLeague campaign.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="fr" dir="ltr">🚀 Direction les quarts de finale ! 🏆<br><br>🥵 Un match débridé et un immense Mike James (32 points), Monaco remporte le choc face à Paris 💯<br><br>⚔️ Même adversaire, même endroit et même heure (19h30) ce jeudi en Euroleague, on compte sur vous 🫵❤️‍🔥<a href="https://t.co/7uDUMlBQGH">https://t.co/7uDUMlBQGH</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RocaTeam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RocaTeam</a>… <a href="https://t.co/AvXS8XeMrG">pic.twitter.com/AvXS8XeMrG</a></p>&mdash; AS Monaco Basket 🇲🇨 (@ASMonaco_Basket) <a href="https://twitter.com/ASMonaco_Basket/status/1995955088335208795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

While Paris never led, it kept fighting until the bitter end, tying the game at 95-95 with three minutes left thanks to a pair of free throws by [Justin Robinson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/justin-robinson/014008/). A three-pointer by [Jaron Blossomgame](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/jaron-blossomgame/011231/) made things a little more comfortable for Monaco at 102-97 in the final minute, then [Daniel Theis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/daniel-theis/004132/) had a decisive steal with 16 seconds remaining that ended with James converting free throws to make sure of the win.

Monaco, which advanced to the quarterfinals, was led by James’s 32 points, together with 19 from [Elie Okobo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/elie-okobo/011212/), 12 apiece from [Matthew Strazel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/matthew-strazel/008099/) and [Alpha Diallo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/alpha-diallo/011226/), and 10 from Blossomgame. Paris’s top scorer was [Amath M’Baye](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/amath-m-baye/007993/) with 24 points, followed by Robinson with 19, [Jeremy Morgan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/jeremy-morgan/010431/) with 12, and [Sebastian Herrera](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/sebastian-herrera/012611/) with 11. [Nadir Hifi](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nadir-hifi/012640/) had 8 points.

The 2023-24 EuroLeague MVP was spectacular, scoring 32 points

Kenneth Faried’s arrival at Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens made an immediate impact, and his stellar play has earned him the EuroLeague Basketball MVP of the Month for November presented by Motorola. Signed on November 9, Faried wasted no time becoming a force for his team, helping the Greens to a 4-0 record during the month and a share of first place in the standings.

Kenneth Faried storms to EuroLeague MVP of November honors

[Kenneth Faried](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/kenneth-faried/011284/)’s arrival at [Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/panathinaikos-aktor-athens/pan/) made an immediate impact, and his stellar play has earned him the EuroLeague Basketball MVP of the Month for November presented by Motorola. Signed on November 9, Faried wasted no time becoming a force for his team, helping the Greens to a 4-0 record during the month and a share of first place in the standings.

Faried averaged 13.5 points on 64.5% shooting, 7.5 rebounds – including 4.0 offensive boards – and 2.0 blocks per game in November. His relentless energy and athleticism were on full display as he ranked second in blocks and sixth in rebounds across the league for the month. Faried’s highlight-reel dunks and emphatic shot rejections energized Panathinaikos and its fans, signaling his return to elite form.

“I didn’t know what to expect, but the next thing I know I’m playing – I’m not just playing, I’m starting – and I’m contributing in a big way for the team,” Faried told Olivia Harlan Dekker on the EuroLeague & Friends: MVP Talk podcast. “The chemistry just seemed like it was there from day one. It felt like I’ve been here for years.”

The MVP of the Month award is now in its 20th season. The winner is named by Euroleague Basketball based on his and his team’s performance during the month in question. The November award was based on the games played between Rounds 9 and 13.

EuroLeague & Friends: MVP Talk with Kenneth Faried

Faried becomes the eighth Panathinaikos player to earn the award, joining a cast of stars that includes Jaka Lakovic (February 2005), Mike Batiste (November 2006), Ramunas Siskauskas (April 2007), Dimitris Diamantidis (December 2010, March-April 2012, April 2013), Chris Singleton (March 2017), Nick Calathes (March 2019) and Kendrick Nunn (April 2024, February 2025).

“Me and \[Coach Ataman\] first met on the court,” Faried said. “I came to the court for practice just being my bubbly self, happy and enjoying myself. I’m like, ‘Hey Coach, how you doing? Nice to meet you finally.’ And he said to me, ‘Woah, I just feel your energy instantly.’ We meshed right then and there.”

On November 2, Faried was playing in Taiwan when Panathinaikos center Omer Yurtseven suffered an injury, joining Richaun Holmes and Mathias Lessort on the sidelines. The Greens were reeling – having lost back-to-back games and three of the last four – and suddenly staring at a stretch without any proven centers.

Enter Faried. He joined the club a week later and practiced once with his new team before flying to France, where he made his debut against Paris Basketball in Round 10. It went better than anyone could have expected; Faried led the Greens to a 95-101 road win at Paris Basketball, where he posted 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks.

He followed that up with 16 points and 8 rebounds in a statement victory at Real Madrid in Round 11. Faried then displayed his full array of skills in his first appearance in the Greek capital with 9 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 blocks in a blowout win over Dubai Basketball in Round 12, and closed the month with 12 points and 7 rebounds against Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade in Round 13.

“I’ve been Kenneth Faried ‘The Manimal’ in the NBA, superstar for my team; people came up to me and wanted pictures, wanted autographs,” Faried added. “But now it’s that feeling \[multiplied\] by 10 while being out here. I’m always willing to show the love back because they’re giving us the love, and they’re giving me the energy I need to compete every night.”

Since Faried’s arrival, Panathinaikos has surged to a 9-4 record, tied for the best in the EuroLeague at the end of November. His ability to dominate the paint and ignite fast breaks has made him a cornerstone of the Greens’ success and a player to watch as the season progresses.

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The Panathinaikos big man transformed his team with energy and dominance

Danilo Gallinari, formerly of EA7 Emporio Armani Milan, officially announced his retirement from basketball on Tuesday.

Ex-Milan forward Danilo Gallinari announces his retirement

[Danilo Gallinari](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/danilo-gallinari/krd/), formerly of [EA7 Emporio Armani Milan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/ea7-emporio-armani/mil/), officially announced his retirement from basketball on Tuesday.

The 37-year-old, who spent parts of three seasons in the EuroLeague with Milan, was named the 2008 EuroLeague Rising Star.

"Today, with a heart full of gratitude, I am announcing my retirement from the career I’ve always dreamed of," Gallinari announced on X. "It’s been an incredible journey filled with countless memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart."

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Today, with a heart full of gratitude, I am announcing my retirement from the career I’ve always dreamed of.  <br><br>It’s been an incredible journey filled with countless memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. 🏀❤️ <a href="https://t.co/UjRhTL8ZdP">pic.twitter.com/UjRhTL8ZdP</a></p>&mdash; DANILO GALLINARI (@gallinari8888) <a href="https://twitter.com/gallinari8888/status/1995886881989620080?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Gallinari made his EuroLeague debut for Milan on November 17, 2005, in a Round 3 clash against Prokom Trefl Sopot in the 2005-06 campaign. 

His next EuroLeague appearance came two seasons later, in 2007-08, which is where he announced himself to the world by averaging 14.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.5 steals in 11 games for Milan. That season, the Italian was rewarded for his play with the Rising Star award.

The New York Knicks selected Gallinari with the sixth overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, which saw him switch Milan for the Big Apple. However, a few years later, he did play one more season in the EuroLeague by featuring seven times for Milan during the 2011 NBA lockout. Through the first seven games of the 2011-12 EuroLeague season, Gallinari posted 16.4 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists for the Little Red Shoes.

He spent a total of 16 years in the NBA, playing in 14 seasons – and missing two others with torn ACLs – for the Knicks (2008-11), Denver Nuggets (2011-17), Los Angeles Clippers (2017-19), Oklahoma City Thunder (2019-20), Atlanta Hawks (2020-22), Washington Wizards (2023-24), Detroit Pistons (2023-24), and Milwaukee Bucks (2023-24).

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EA7 Emporio Armani Milan guard Diego Flaccadori underwent a minimally invasive interventional cardiology procedure, the club announced on Tuesday.

Diego Flaccadori undergoes cardiology procedure, set for short spell out

[EA7 Emporio Armani Milan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/ea7-emporio-armani-milan/mil/) guard [Diego Flaccadori](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/diego-flaccadori/005670/) underwent a minimally invasive interventional cardiology procedure, the club announced on Tuesday.

Having avoided major surgery, the 29-year-old now has to rest up for a few days before starting to return to basketball activity.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="it" dir="ltr">Breve stop per Diego Flaccadori.<br><br>🇮🇹 La Pallacanestro Olimpia Milano comunica che Diego Flaccadori è stato sottoposto a procedura di cardiologia interventistica mininvasiva, programmata, a seguito della quale dovrà osservare un periodo di riposo di alcuni giorni cui seguirà la… <a href="https://t.co/3T0XCFBPja">pic.twitter.com/3T0XCFBPja</a></p>&mdash; Olimpia Milano (@OlimpiaMI1936) <a href="https://twitter.com/OlimpiaMI1936/status/1995780263717003581?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Diego Flaccadori has undergone a marginally invasive cardiology procedure, that was scheduled, following which he will be required to rest for a few days before gradually returning to activity, Olimpia Milan announced today,” the club confirmed in a statement on its website.

Flaccadori has made just one appearance in the EuroLeague so far this season, which came during Milan’s Round 13 win at Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv just before this set of international fixtures.

The guard was able to avoid major surgery

Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul confirmed on Tuesday that Onuralp Bitim is set to miss extensive time after tearing an ankle ligament while playing for Turkiye during the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. 

Fenerbahce loses Onuralp Bitim to ankle injury

[Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/fenerbahce-beko-istanbul/ulk/) confirmed on Tuesday that [Onuralp Bitim](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/onuralp-bitim/007929/) is set to miss extensive time after tearing an ankle ligament while playing for Turkiye during the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. 

Bitim suffered the injury on Friday in a game against Bosnia and Herzegovina, with detailed examinations later confirming an ankle ligament tear which will keep him out indefinitely.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="tr" dir="ltr">Onuralp Bitim’in sağlık durumu hakkında bilgilendirme<br><br>🔗 <a href="https://t.co/gpUToU1hTb">https://t.co/gpUToU1hTb</a> <a href="https://t.co/mWUhPzQiSf">pic.twitter.com/mWUhPzQiSf</a></p>&mdash; Fenerbahçe Beko (@FBBasketbol) <a href="https://twitter.com/FBBasketbol/status/1995830485600403703?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Bitim has appeared in 12 games this season, all off the bench, and in limited minutes has averaged 2.3 points and 1.1 rebounds for the defending champs, who are on a five-game winning streak and have an 8-5 record.

The 26-year-old forward joined Fenerbahce in November 2024 and signed a deal until the end of 2027-28 season, but spent last season on loan at FC Bayern Munich.

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Javier Gancedo shares his recommendations for Round 14 in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge

Fantasy tips, Round 14: back after a small break

After a rare eight-day gap without EuroLeague games, action resumes with Round 14, and that is another opportunity for EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers to continue climbing in the standings - and gain wins in the Trophy Cup. There is just one win between the top-ranked and ninth-place teams and with parity like that, anything can happen. I have some ideas that should improve your teams, but first, let's take a look at my recommendations from last week.

As always, there were good and bad picks. Theo Maledon of Real Madrid heavily underperformed against Hapoel and caused his fantasy managers to lose 0.5 credits. Bad move. Ercan Osmani of Anadolu Efes Istanbul had 10 fantasy points and his value did not change, so I will call it even. Armoni Brooks of EA7 Emporio Armani Milan had 22 fantasy points, pushing his value half a credit up. Well done! Kobi Simmons of Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz has 12 points and his value went slightly up 0.1 credits. Hey, it made people get money, so I am calling it a win. And Azuolas Tubelis of Zalgiris Kaunas did not have the same numbers as in previous weeks, but his 11 fantasy points saw him keep his value. So two good picks, two average and a bad one. 

Shavon Shields faces the team he made his EuroLeague debut with

I don't know, fantasy managers out there. Give me one more week and if I don't get at least three wins, I will make someone else write this column. Deal? I am using a bigger budget this time to avoid being replaced. Here are five fantasy recommendations for Round 14:

### Shavon Shields, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (14.7 credits)

My superstar of choice this week. He plays against Baskonia, his first EuroLeague team, at Buesa Arena. [Shavon Shields](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/shavon-shields/007831/) comes off a fantastic performance with 42.9 fantasy points, which earned 1.1 credits for the lucky managers who were ahead of the curve. My guess is that Shields will keep rolling in Round 14.

### Kostas Sloukas, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (12.8 credits)

Where do I start? [Kostas Sloukas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/kostas-sloukas/001926/) is averaging 5.5 assists and just 0.9 turnovers this season. That's a crazy assist-to-turnover ratio of 5.92. He had at least a PIR of 14 in his last five games despite a poor three-point percentage for his great standards (31.8%). His PIR average in that period is 17.2!

Kostas Sloukas, Matt Morgan, Derek Willis, Shavon Shields and Sterling Brown are featured in this week's article. 

EuroLeague Fantasy tips: Round 14

### Sterling Brown, Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade (11.3 credits) 

It was a difficult week for Partizan with a very sub-par second half against Panathinaikos, but [Sterling Brown](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sterling-brown/012720/) keeps posting good numbers. In the last three games, Brown has averaged 21.0 points and a PIR of 19.7. Partizan could bounce back against Bayern and needs Brown to bring his A-game, and that's what I expect.

### Derek Willis, Paris Basketball (9.2 credits)

We have to have at least one or two recommendations under 10.0 credits, right? Where is the fun of just picking superstars? [Derek Willis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/derek-willis/009664/) has been amazing lately, and posted career-highs of 22 points and a PIR of 27 against Dubai in Round 14. Paris travels to Monaco, and that's a great opportunity for him to keep going.

### Matt Morgan, Virtus Bologna (8.9 credits)

Slowly but steadily, [Matt Morgan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/matthew-morgan/012585/) has proved he has a lot of fantasy value. He has scored in double digits in Virtus's last five games and seven of the last eight. In the last three games, Morgan has averaged 15.0 points and a PIR of 16.0 despite playing only 18 minutes per game. Keep a good eye on him.

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Fantasy tips, Round 14: Back after a small break

Virtus Bologna v Dubai Basketball (2025-12-05T19:30:00.000Z)

Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz v EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (2025-12-05T19:30:00.000Z)

Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens v Valencia Basket (2025-12-05T19:15:00.000Z)

Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade v FC Barcelona (2025-12-05T19:00:00.000Z)

Olympiacos Piraeus v Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (2025-12-04T19:15:00.000Z)

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv v LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (2025-12-04T19:05:00.000Z)

Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade v FC Bayern Munich (2025-12-04T19:45:00.000Z)

AS Monaco v Paris Basketball (2025-12-04T18:30:00.000Z)

Zalgiris Kaunas v Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv (2025-12-04T18:00:00.000Z)

Anadolu Efes Istanbul v Real Madrid (2025-12-04T17:15:00.000Z)

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast is back to break down all the key storylines ahead of Round 14, with plenty of hot takes, fresh insights, and some big Fantasy moves to discuss. Co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are joined by Sport 24’s Vasiliki Karamouza as they tackle the latest trends and matchups with regard to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge.

Fantasy Challenge Podcast: De Colo, Nwora and big fantasy moves

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast is back to break down all the key storylines ahead of Round 14, with plenty of hot takes, fresh insights, and some big Fantasy moves to discuss. Co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are joined by Sport 24’s Vasiliki Karamouza as they tackle the latest trends and matchups with regard to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge.

The crew dives into the coaching changes at EA7 Emporio Armani Milan and Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade, discussing how those shifts could impact player performances, including which Fantasy assets might benefit the most. There's also the return of Nando De Colo, who had a phenomenal game last week, and a debate about Jordan Nwora and his breakout performance for Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade. Plus, there’s the question of what’s next for Moses Wright and Theo Maledon after their strong outings in Round 13.

Like always, the trio shares their own Fantasy teams – with updates on trades, captain picks, and coaching choices – and reacts to questions and comments sent in by listeners in the “Get Featured, Get Rewarded” segment.

If you’re looking to prepare for Round 14 while getting a few laughs along the way, this is the place for you!

Valencia Basket has confirmed that Ethan Happ is departing the club after rescinding his contract.

Ethan Happ departs Valencia

[Valencia Basket](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/valencia-basket/pam/) has confirmed that [Ethan Happ](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/ethan-happ/009864/) is departing the club after rescinding his contract.

Happ has been out with a foot injury since October 2024. After joining Valencia in the summer of 2024, he made just five appearances for the club in the BKT EuroCup last season, which came between Rounds 1 and 5.

Now, the decision has been made for Happ and Valencia to part ways.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ca" dir="ltr">📰 Comunicat <a href="https://twitter.com/EthanHapp22?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EthanHapp22</a> <br><br>Cas 👉 Ethan Happ se desvincula de Valencia Basket<a href="https://t.co/D7FHlvG8mT">https://t.co/D7FHlvG8mT</a><br><br>Val 👉 Ethan Happ es desvincula de Valencia Basket<a href="https://t.co/zFr5k93fmV">https://t.co/zFr5k93fmV</a><br><br>Eng 👉 Valencia Basket part ways with Ethan Happ<a href="https://t.co/4zs4YVicHs">https://t.co/4zs4YVicHs</a> <a href="https://t.co/6LRcGYJrCc">pic.twitter.com/6LRcGYJrCc</a></p>&mdash; Valencia Basket Club (@valenciabasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/valenciabasket/status/1995444040830005716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"American center Ethan Happ, who holds a North Macedonian passport, has left Valencia Basket after terminating the contract that bound the two parties until June 30, 2026," read Valencia's statement.

"The player joined our team from Dreamland Gran Canaria in the summer of 2024 and was only able to play in 10 games between the Spanish League and the BKT EuroCup with the orange jersey until the end of October 2024. Since then, he has been sidelined due to a foot injury, and the final stage of his recovery has taken place away from Valencia, where he has not returned.

"The Club would like to thank Happ for his professionalism and hard work during his time defending the colors of Valencia Basket, and wishes him all the best in his future, both professionally and personally."

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He has been out with an injury since late October 2024

Round 14 of the EuroLeague Regular Season delivers another set of high-quality games, including the three co-leaders all trying to win at home. Here’s your overview of this week’s games.

At a glance: Coaching changes, French League derby highlight Round 14's action

Round 14 of the EuroLeague Regular Season delivers another set of high-quality games, including the three co-leaders all trying to win at home. Here’s your overview of this week’s games.

## Thursday, December 4

### Anadolu Efes Istanbul vs. Real Madrid (18:15 CET)

Efes (5-8) will look for a return to winning ways under interim coach Radovan Trifunovic with a visit from Real (7-6). The Spanish team has won its last two games by exactly 1 point, and will hope that Mario Hezonja can continue his return to form which yielded 19 points at Hapoel last week. Efes will want to show its fans some pride after a 36-point battering against Monaco in Round 13, and must show much better discipline after committing 23 turnovers in that defeat. Jordan Loyd will attempt to continue carrying more of the scoring load after netting double digits in three of the last four games, while Real’s leading scorer Trey Lyles (14.2 points per game) is targeting a return to form after going scoreless from the field last week.

### Zalgiris Kaunas vs. Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv (19:00 CET)

Zalgiris (8-5) will attempt to maintain its excellent form in Kaunas against a Maccabi team (3-10) aiming to climb away from last place. Maccabi is the third-best offensive rebounding team in the league over the course of the season, but the absence of both TJ Leaf and Jaylen Hoard has diminished that threat in the last couple of games. The backcourt features an exciting matchup between two explosive scorers as former Zalgiris shooter Lonnie Walker (14.3 points per game) attempts to outperform current home team hero Sylvain Francisco (16.9 points and 7.3 assists per night). Roman Sorkin is another threat to the hosts after averaging 16.2 points in the last five games, but Zalgiris will count on Ignas Brazdeikis maintaining his recent upturn in form as it chases a fifth straight home victory.

### AS Monaco vs. Paris Basketball (19:30 CET)

A French League derby will see Monaco (8-5) attempt to strengthen its position near the top of the standings against a Paris team (5-8) seeking a turnaround in road fortunes. A highlight will be the backcourt battle between two of the league’s most prolific scorers as Mike James faces Nadir Hifi, who will need to be at his best to give Paris a first road victory since October. One key will be Monaco’s ability to limit the visitors' league-best offensive rebounding (16.3 per night), so Daniel Theis and Kevarrius Hayes – going up against his former team – will have a big task in protecting their backboard. Monaco leads the league in assist-turnover ratio, so Paris will hope its pace and athleticism can disrupt the host’s usual rhythm.

### Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv vs. LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (20:05 CET)

It’s first against last as Hapoel (9-4) welcomes an ASVEL team (3-10) determined to cause an upset. Hapoel is the competition’s leading scorer (90.7 points per game), partly thanks to the consistency of Elijah Bryant (14.8 points per night), while the French team ranks last with an average of just 75.8 points. ASVEL gave a strong performance despite suffering defeat at Barcelona last week as Nando De Colo made a sparkling return to action after injury with 22 points and 9 assists, and his connection with big man Bodian Massa (10 points and 9 boards last week) will be a threat to the hosts' defense. Hapoel is seeking a swift return to winning ways after losing to Real last week, and will look for more offensive fluidity after managing just 12 assists in that game.

### Olympiacos Piraeus vs. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (20:15 CET)

A battle of title contenders will see Olympiacos (8-5) and red-hot Fenerbahce (8-5) battle to break their current tie for a share of fourth place. The Reds have won four straight games in Piraeus but will be eager to quickly banish the mental demons of last week’s late collapse at Zvezda, where the latest masterclass from Sasha Vezenkov (29 points and 8 rebounds) wasn’t enough to prevent defeat. Fenerbahce will look to smother the home team’s usual offensive rhythm through its disciplined defense, which has excelled recently by holding opponents to just 72.2 points per game during its ongoing five-game winning run. Offensively, the Turkish team needs for Olympiacos star Wade Baldwin to continue providing leadership after netting double-digit points in scoring in eight of the last nine games.

### Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade vs. FC Bayern Munich (20:45 CET)

Partizan (4-9) begins life after Zeljko Obradovic by seeking a return to winning ways against another team struggling for form, Bayern (5-8). The Serbian team must address its bad habit of allowing opponents to mount major runs, while Bayern is looking for an improvement in long-range shooting after making just 31.6% of its three-point attempts so far. The German team has lost four games straight and failed to score 75 points in any of those games. Last week’s loss at Valencia saw only Spencer Dinwiddie reach double digits, and it’s clear that Bayern must sharpen up against a Partizan team which will surely give a strong reaction following a tumultuous week. In the high-pressure situation, the experience of Nick Calathes will be important in allowing the home players to control their emotions.

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## Friday, December 5

### Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade vs. FC Barcelona (20:00 CET)

Co-leader Zvezda (9-4) will attempt to maintain that status with the tough challenge of a visit from one of the chasing pack, Barcelona (8-5). Recently appointed Barca coach Xavi Pascual savored his first win with a battling performance against ASVEL last week, and he will be looking to instill his trademark defensive toughness to disrupt the influence of Zvezda playmaker Codi Miller-McIntyre (10 points and 9 assists in last week’s dramatic win over Olympiacos) and fit-again Jordan Nwora (19.4 points per game). Scoring star Kevin Punter hit form for Barca last time out with 24 points and 7 assists, and this week he’ll attempt to quieten the home crowd by outshining Zvezda newcomer Devonte' Graham, who impressed with 9 points and 4 assists on his debut against Olympiacos.

### Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens vs. Valencia Basket (20:15 CET)

In another high stakes' matchup, red-hot Panathinaikos (9-4) aims to extend its winning run to five games with a visit from dangerous Valencia (8-5). It should be a high-scoring thriller between the second and fourth ranked offenses in the league, averaging 89.5 and 89.0 points per game respectively. Visiting backcourt leader Darius Thompson has the unenviable task of controlling reigning MVP Kendrick Nunn, who continued another outstanding season by draining 26 points in last week’s rout of Partizan. That game also featured another dynamic performance in the paint from Kenneth Faried, so Valencia big man Matt Costello will look to use his shooting range to pull his opponent into uncomfortable territory. The visitors will also hope for another big night for Brancou Badio, who has scored 16 points in both the last two games.

### Virtus Bologna vs. Dubai Basketball (20:30 CET)

Virtus (6-7) will attempt to maintain its 100% home record against direct rival Dubai (6-7). The visiting team has so far recorded just one road win, but boosted its confidence by narrowly overcoming Paris at home last week as McKinley Wright recovered his best form with 24 points, while Justin Anderson will also be looking to build on his best performance of the season after netting 12 points. Virtus was narrowly edged out at Fenerbahce last week, and chief scorer Carsen Edwards will be determined to get back on track after going 0-of-8 for three-pointers in that loss. The Italian team has seen center Momo Diouf grow in importance in recent weeks, and he’ll look to confirm that growth by dominating dangerous Dubai big man Filip Petrusev.

### Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz vs. EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (20:30 CET)

The round closes with Baskonia (4-9) looking to narrow the gap on the all-important top 10 with a visit from Milan (7-6). The Spanish team has roared to four consecutive games at Buesa Arena, with the relentless scoring of Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot complemented by an upturn in form for dynamic guard Kobi Simmons (double-digits scoring in four straight games). Milan coach Peppe Poeta started his permanent reign with a good win at Maccabi last week, and Shavon Shields arrives to face his former club in top form after going for 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in that win. The home team will also be wary of the threat posed by Armoni Brooks, who has netted 15 three-pointers in the last four games.

Andy West previews Round 14 of the 2025-26 EuroLeague season