Game Center: Round 15

Round 15 of the EuroLeague Regular Season is co-headlined by one of the world’s most intense sporting rivalries and a rematch of last season’s title decider. Here’s everything we can look forward to on Thursday and Friday.

## Thursday, December 11

### [Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv vs. LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (20:05 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/maccabi-rapyd-tel-aviv-ldlc-asvel-villeurbanne/E2025/141/)

A basement battle at the bottom of the standings will see Maccabi (4-10) look to build more momentum with a visit from ASVEL (3-11). It will be Maccabi’s first EuroLeague game in Tel Aviv for more than two years, so an electric atmosphere is guaranteed in the Menora Mivtachim Arena as the hosts look to repeat last week’s shock win at Zalgiris, which saw a welcome return from injury with 16 points and 9 rebounds from key man Jaylen Hoard. ASVEL’s morale may be low after a fourth-quarter collapse led to defeat at Hapoel last time out, and the French team needs others to share the scoring load with Nando De Colo (22 and 20 points in the last two games).

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### [Valencia Basket vs. Anadolu Efes Istanbul (20:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/valencia-basket-anadolu-efes-istanbul/E2025/146/)

Valencia (9-5) will look to maintain at least a share of second place with a visit from Efes (5-9). Fast-paced Valencia, which boasts a 6-1 record at the new Roig Arena, will be high in confidence after last week’s outstanding victory at Panathinaikos, powered by the backcourt versatility of former Efes playmaker Darius Thompson. The Turkish team will be relieved to ease its backcourt injury problems with the return of Rodrigue Beaubois, who paired 11 points with 5 assists in last week’s defeat to Real Madrid. Efes will also hope for another strong performance from power forward Rolands Smits, who equalled his career high with 21 points in that game and will now look forward to a big battle with fellow three-point threat Matt Costello.

### [EA7 Emporio Armani Milan vs. Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (20:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/ea7-emporio-armani-milan-panathinaikos-aktor-athens/E2025/143/)

Two teams aiming to bounce back meet in the Italian fashion capital as inconsistent Milan (7-7) hosts Panathinaikos (9-5). The Greens will be keen to establish an early presence in the paint after both big men Kenneth Faried and Omer Yurtseven struggled in last week’s loss to Valencia, and they will be tested by Devin Booker after he netted 13 points in defeat at Baskonia on Friday. Both teams possess a wealth of long-range shooting talent, with Milan ranked fourth in the league with 37.6% shooting from deep. In particular, watch out for the shooting duel between Armoni Brooks (17 triples in the last five games) and visiting superstar Kendrick Nunn, who has scored at least 20 points in five of the last seven.

### [Paris Basketball vs. Zalgiris Kaunas (20:45 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/paris-basketball-zalgiris-kaunas/E2025/144/)

Two teams desperate for a return to winning ways meet in the French capital as Paris (5-9) welcomes Zalgiris (8-6). The Lithuanian team has lost three straight on the road and needs to bounce back from its heaviest loss of the season at home to Maccabi last week, with a particular need for better long-range shooting after going 5-of-29 from deep in that defeat. Paris needs defensive improvement after allowing 104.3 points during its three-game losing run, but will hope for more offensive fireworks from Justin Robinson after netting at least 22 points in four of the last six games. Zalgiris will look to limit Paris’s preferred fast tempo through the backcourt control of Nigel Williams-Goss, who returned from injury last week.

### [Real Madrid vs. Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (21:00 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/real-madrid-kosner-baskonia-vitoria-gasteiz/E2025/145/)

A clash between Spanish League foes will see increasingly confident Real (8-6) target a fourth consecutive victory with a visit from a Baskonia team (5-9) seeking its first road win. Sergio Scariolo’s men are starting to demonstrate a winning mentality after grinding out three straight narrow victories, helped by a welcome return to form by Mario Hezonja (19 and 22 points in the last two games). Baskonia grabbed another home win on Friday, comfortably downing Milan with the help of 18 points and 4 assists from former Real youngster Matteo Spagnolo, and now needs to deliver the same level of performance on the road. Defense will be key for the visitors, who have allowed at least 82 points in each of their six away defeats so far.

## Friday, December 12

### [Dubai Basketball vs. FC Bayern Munich (17:00 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/dubai-basketball-fc-bayern-munich/E2025/142/)

Bayern (5-9) will aim to snap a worrying five-game losing run as it continues its mammoth road trip with a visit to Dubai (6-8). The German team will need to improve its defense after allowing more than 90 points in the last three games, while hoping that Spencer Dinwiddie can continue to spark the offense after scoring in double digits in five straight games. Dubai was edged out on the road by Virtus last week, but has won three straight at home, scoring at least 90 points in each of those wins. The hosts will hope Justin Anderson keeps on firing after netting 16 points last week, while Filip Petrusev looks to extend his 14-game sequence of double-digit scoring as he takes on Bayern powerhouse Johannes Voigtmann, who set a career high with 18 rebounds last week.

### [AS Monaco vs. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (19:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/as-monaco-fenerbahce-beko-istanbul/E2025/147/)

A repeat of last season’s Championship Game will see Monaco (9-5) attempt to continue its remarkable form by downing Fenerbahce (8-5). The Roca Team has set club scoring records in three consecutive games, most recently blazing 125 points against Paris behind 26 points and 8 assists from Elie Okobo, who earned the weekly MVP award. The postponement of last week’s scheduled game at Olympiacos means that reigning champ Fenerbahce will be physically fresh to give maximum defensive intensity, and limiting the long-range looks of Matthew Strazel (6-of-8 triples in Round 14) will be a key focus. The Turkish team will also look for the likes of Nicolo Melli (averaging 7 rebounds in the last five games) to control the paint, while Wade Baldwin (14.3 points, 5.5 assists per game) will take responsibility for leading the offense.

### [Virtus Bologna vs. Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv (20:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/virtus-bologna-hapoel-ibi-tel-aviv/E2025/150/)

Co-leader Hapoel (10-4) will aim to keep on rolling with the tough assignment of overcoming home warriors Virtus (7-7). The Italian team went 6-0 at home by narrowly overcoming Dubai last week, and playmaker Luca Vildoza will look to ride his feel-good factor after hitting a crucial late pair of triples in that triumph. The inside power of Dan Oturu, who recorded 18 points and 7 rebounds in last week’s hard-fought win over ASVEL, will be a key for the visiting team, which can also rely on an increasingly confident backcourt contribution from Antonio Blakeney (14.6 points per game). Up against him, Virtus will rely heavily on the scoring contribution of Carsen Edwards, who has surpassed 20 points in five straight home games.

### [Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade vs. Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (20:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/partizan-mozzart-bet-belgrade-crvena-zvezda-meridianbet-belgrade/E2025/149/)

Local pride – and much more – will be up for grabs as Partizan (5-9) welcomes Zvezda (9-5) for the Belgrade derby. The hosts grabbed a much-needed victory by downing Bayern last week, sparked by 21 points and 10 rebounds from Tyrique Jones. He faces a fierce battle in the paint with visiting star Chima Moneke, who again showed his rebounding ability by grabbing 6 offensive boards in last week’s home loss to Barcelona. Accuracy from beyond the arc will be crucial: Partizan guard Duane Washington has drained at least 3 triples in seven of the last nine games, while Zvezda’s long-range threat needs to reemerge after making just 4 three-pointers on 24 attempts against Barcelona. Jared Butler is among those looking for a return to form for the visitor, after averaging just 5.4 points in the last three games.

### [FC Barcelona vs. Olympiacos Piraeus (20:30 CET)](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/fc-barcelona-olympiacos-piraeus/E2025/148/)

The round concludes with a true heavyweight battle as in-form Barcelona (9-5) receives a visit from Olympiacos (8-5). The Reds will be eager for a return to action after the suspension of last week’s scheduled meeting with Fenerbahce, while Barca demonstrated its growing confidence under Coach Xavi Pascual by powering to victory at Zvezda. Will Clyburn was instrumental to that success with 22 points, and his duel with Sasha Vezenkov (17.1 points and 7.4 rebounds per night) is a must-watch matchup. The hosts boast the league’s third-best long-range shooting game, converting 38.9% from beyond the arc, and Dario Brizuela will look to stay hot after making 5-of-9 three-pointers in the last two games. At the other end, Evan Fournier is starting to find his best form with 10 triples in the last three games.

The games are evenly split with 5 each on Thursday and Friday

Round 15 at a glance: Rivalries take center stage

Virtus Bologna v Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv (2025-12-12T19:30:00.000Z)

Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade v Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (2025-12-12T19:30:00.000Z)

FC Barcelona v Olympiacos Piraeus (2025-12-12T19:30:00.000Z)

AS Monaco v Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (2025-12-12T18:30:00.000Z)

Real Madrid v Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (2025-12-11T20:00:00.000Z)

Paris Basketball v Zalgiris Kaunas (2025-12-11T19:45:00.000Z)

Valencia Basket v Anadolu Efes Istanbul (2025-12-11T19:30:00.000Z)

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan v Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (2025-12-11T19:30:00.000Z)

Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv v LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (2025-12-11T19:05:00.000Z)

Dubai Basketball v FC Bayern Munich (2025-12-12T16:00:00.000Z)

Olympiacos Piraeus has completed the signing of Monte Morris, who has penned a deal until the end of the 2025-26 season.

Monte Morris joins Olympiacos

[Olympiacos Piraeus](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/olympiacos-piraeus/oly/) has completed the signing of Monte Morris, who has penned a deal until the end of the 2025-26 season.

Morris (1.88 meters, 30 years old) has spent almost his entire career to date in the NBA, playing a total of 483 games in the association. His only experience outside of the NBA came in the G League, when he represented the Rio Grande Valley Vipers during his rookie season with the Denver Nuggets.

The American guard suited up for a total of six franchises during his NBA career. He was drafted by the Denver Nuggets with the 51st overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft and remained there until 2022, before playing for the Washington Wizards (2022-23), Detroit Pistons (2023-24), Minnesota Timberwolves (2023-24), Phoenix Suns (2024-25), and Indiana Pacers (2025-26). 

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For his career, Morris averaged 9.4	points, 2.3 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 426 regular-season appearances. In 57 playoff games, he posted 8.3 points, 1.6 rebounds and 3.1 assists.

Morris has played alongside several current EuroLeague players during his time in the NBA, including Real Madrid's Facundo Campazzo (112 games) and Trey Lyles (70 games), Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens's Juancho Hernangomez (111 games) and Kendrick Nunn (17 games), and Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz's Markus Howard (63 games).

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The Reds have added a significant piece to their backcourt

When two former EuroLeague legends meet on the sidelines, the spotlight naturally shifts from the players to the coaches. That’s exactly the case with Sarunas Jasikevicius and Vassilis Spanoulis — two icons whose paths have intertwined for decades and now collide again in Round 15 of the 2025-26 Regular Season.

Championship Game rematch rekindles Spanoulis-Jasikevicius rivalry

When two former EuroLeague legends meet on the sidelines, the spotlight naturally shifts from the players to the coaches. That’s exactly the case with Sarunas Jasikevicius, 49, and Vassilis Spanoulis, 43 — two icons whose paths have intertwined for decades and now collide again in Round 15 of the 2025-26 Regular Season.

This coaching rivalry began last season when Spanoulis took charge of AS Monaco, with Jasikevicius having already spent nearly a decade on EuroLeague sidelines. Both made stunning transitions from dominant guards to elite tacticians, culminating in an unforgettable showdown in Abu Dhabi for the EuroLeague crown. Fenerbahce prevailed, giving Jasikevicius his first coaching title and his first win over Spanoulis when it mattered most.

Read more [HERE](https://www.eurohoops.net/en/trademarks/1904792/euroleague-championship-game-rematch-rekindles-spanoulis-jasikevicius-rivalry/)...

From teammates to rivals, Jasikevicius and Spanoulis write another chapter in their EuroLeague saga

Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv has turned to a former star from one of its domestic rivals to upgrade its frontcourt. Zach Hankins has signed with Maccabi for the remainder of the season. Hankins (2.11 meters, 29 years old) arrives from Coviran Granada of the Spanish League

Maccabi signs Zach Hankins for frontcourt reinforcement

Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv has turned to a former star from one of its domestic rivals to upgrade its frontcourt, as Zach Hankins has signed with Maccabi for the remainder of the season. 

Hankins (2.11 meters, 29 years old) arrives from Coviran Granada of the Spanish League, where he has averaged 7.6 points and 6.6 rebounds per game this season — highlighted by a career-best 16 points and 5 boards in 23 minutes against Real Madrid two weeks ago. His versatility as a rim protector and rebounder makes him a perfect fit for Maccabi's ongoing search for frontcourt depth.

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Hankins returns to a familiar country after playing parts of three seasons in Israel. He burst onto the scene with Maccabi Rishon LeZion during the 2019-20 after making his professional debut earlier that season in Czechia with CEZ Nymburk. A G League stint with Birmingham Squadron and a Puerto Rican detour with Mets de Guaynabo followed before his defining chapter with Hapoel Jerusalem in 2022.

There, he became a cornerstone, winning two Israeli Cups and earning MVP honors in the 2022-23 Israeli League (13.1 points, 10.2 rebounds). In the Basketball Champions League (BCL), he led Hapoel to the final, averaging 12.5 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.6 blocks across 17 games — securing All-BCL First Team acclaim.

Last season, Hankins helped Romanian powerhouse U-BT Cluj-Napoca reach the BKT EuroCup Quarterfinals with 9.8 points and 6.4 rebounds over 20 games. The big man is now due to make his EuroLeague debut wearing yellow and blue.

More Maccabi News

The big man returns to Israel after stints in Spain and Romania

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast checks in for an exciting week of basketball with all the lowdown on what to expect in Round 15. Co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs of EuroLeague.net and Sport 24's Vasiliki Karamouza review the winners, losers and questions marks from the previous week before diving into this week’s games.

Fantasy Challenge Podcast: Is it Lonnie time?

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast checks in for an exciting week of basketball with all the lowdown on what to expect in Round 15. Co-hosts [Javier Gancedo](https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fganchetto&data=05%7C02%7Cgeoff.gillingham%40euroleague.net%7C9c4fccfc1acc42e106f808de37339856%7C2b3d64f0329542979f1528435f0a62ce%7C1%7C0%7C639008891899801660%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=v3qfOAlwqv4Xquszc4IRPg2GY12k0LOZhK2C6z5UBBg%3D&reserved=0) and [Frankie Sachs](https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FMrEuroleague&data=05%7C02%7Cgeoff.gillingham%40euroleague.net%7C9c4fccfc1acc42e106f808de37339856%7C2b3d64f0329542979f1528435f0a62ce%7C1%7C0%7C639008891899818148%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=wD84N%2Fr%2FJfsFtP7b3wtkZJCYG9dP99EjsvV5h4NT%2FPs%3D&reserved=0) of [EuroLeague.net](http://EuroLeague.net) and Sport 24's [Vasiliki Karamouza](https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fkaramouza_vas&data=05%7C02%7Cgeoff.gillingham%40euroleague.net%7C9c4fccfc1acc42e106f808de37339856%7C2b3d64f0329542979f1528435f0a62ce%7C1%7C0%7C639008891899835021%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=qBZT0gN2iewvSRIF4SEsO94tYHPrFYd8aIZGkV%2F%2Bz4Y%3D&reserved=0) review the winners, losers and questions marks from the previous week before diving into this week’s games.

With the Serbian Derby between Crvena Zvezda and Partizan, a rematch of the 2025 EuroLeague Championship Game between Fenerbahce and Monaco, and Maccabi hosting ASVEL in the first game in Tel Aviv in more than two years, there was lots to discuss.

See why all three of the co-hosts have the same coach for the first time in quite a while. Listen to them discuss the Milan backcourt and the Zvezda frontcourt. They debate strategy and complement each other, too. And near the end, they share their own fantasy teams before reacting to questions and comments sent in by Fantasy Podcast viewers in the “Get Featured, Get Rewarded” segment.

If you love the EuroLeague, you will love the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast.

Igor Petrinovic shares his recommendations for Round 15 in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge

Fantasy tips, Round 15: Hot and steady contributors

Success in the [EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge](https://euroleaguefantasy.euroleaguebasketball.net/) often comes down to finding players who get hot at the right time. In a marathon season, it is understandable that no player can maintain high level every single round.

Even your surefire starters and top team-captain choices, the likes of [Sasha Vezenkov,](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sasha-vezenkov/003469/) [Nikola Milutinov](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nikola-milutinov/003941/), [Nadir Hifi](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nadir-hifi/012640/), [Filip Petrusev](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/filip-petrusev/011194/), [Sylvain Francisco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sylvain-francisco/007975/), [Kendrick Nunn](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/kendrick-nunn/012774/) and [Mike James](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mike-james/005985/), have their off weeks. On the opposite end, there are players who might have not shined or have even underperformed, in fantasy terms, so far this season, but are playing well at the moment.

And unlike the aforementioned stars, these guys below will not (completely) break your bank and I believe it is worth taking your shot with any of them. Who knows, maybe among them you find some of the keepers for the reminder of the season

### Matthew Strazel, AS Monaco (8.4 credits)

Over the past few weeks, Monaco has been drubbing its opponents, and [Matthew Strazel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/matthew-strazel/008099/) has shined the last two games with 23.1 fantasy points in Round 13, and 28.6 in Round 14. What is great about Strazel, he seems to be guaranteed playing time no matter the score or the opponent, as he has spent between 19 and 25 minutes on the floor in all but one game this season. For 8.4 credits, he will be in my lineup in a rematch of the 2025 championship game against Fenerbahce.

### Mouhamet Diouf, Virtus Bologna (8.4 credits)

How consistent has [Mouhamet Diouf](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mouhamet-diouf/013374/) been? In each of the last six games, the Virtus center has had FTPs between 13.0 and 18.7, and in three home games over that span he is averaging of 17.9 fantasy points. Not too shabby for a guy who was worth just 6.4 credits before Round 9. He is a bit more expensive than that at this moment, but playing 25.6 minutes per game over this six-game span, while delivering on the floor, Diouf would be a smart get at center.

Mouhamet Diouf

### Leandro Bolmaro, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (10.6 credits)

The Argentine point guard has become a quality and reliable fantasy performer over the past six rounds, during which he is averaging 17.7 fantasy points. His value went from 9.0 to 10.6 over that time, and if [Leandro Bolmaro](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/leandro-bolmaro/008985/) continues to perform like that, his price will keep rising. Playing more than 27 minutes per game since the start of November, I would not be surprised if Milan’s starting point guard becomes one of the trendiest picks.

### McKinley Wright, Dubai Basketball (11.6 credits)

In four of the last five Dubai home games, [McKinley Wright](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mckinley-wright-iv/012606/) has amassed at least 13.2 fantasy points, and over the last three home games he averages 23.46. Wright also ranks fifth in the league playing 29:47 minutes per game. Visiting FC Bayern Munich has allowed 90 points in each of its last three games, so the Dubai playmaker could be a good pick-up.

### Mario Hezonja, Real Madrid (11.9 credits)

The 2023-24 All-EuroLeague forward started the season priced at 13.9 credits, and he is now at 11.9. But the last two games [Mario Hezonja](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mario-hezonja/003108/) was back to his old self, leading *Los Blancos* to road wins with 26.4 and 22.0 fantasy points, respectively. Next up on Real’s schedule is Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, winless on the road, and an opportunity for Hezonja to continue his streak.

Sportradar's Matt Kamalsky breaks down how Monaco and Hapoel lead a season defined by two-way dominance and efficiency trends

Stats review: Hapoel, Monaco, and the battle for efficiency

With just over two months of the 2025-26 EuroLeague Regular Season in the books, several trends have taken hold to shape the EuroLeague landscape.  Some of them are obvious — like the parity among playoff contenders reflected by the nine teams with either 8 or 9 wins through Round 13, but some are a bit more subtle.

The graph above plots every team in the EuroLeague in terms of how far above or below average they have performed in offensive and defensive efficiency. Before diving into the specifics, there are several intriguing qualities of the shape of this graph, given the state of the league. As of today, league-wide offensive efficiency sits only a couple of dozen bounces short of last season’s record-breaking pace, but with 11 teams scoring over 1.00 points per possession — the long-standing gold standard for offensive success at this level — the quality of offensive play this season remains exceptionally high. While nearly a dozen teams are hovering right around the average for offensive efficiency this season clustered in the middle of this graph, that does not really do their performances justice.

It also puts the play of [Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/hapoel-ibi-tel-aviv/hta/) in perspective. In a season where numerous teams are scoring at a high level, Hapoel has put some distance between itself on the field, putting up numbers on par with those of the [Anadolu Efes Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/anadolu-efes-istanbul/roster/ist/) teams that were so dynamic in the years around the pandemic. As one of the five teams that has not just been better than average offensively, but defensively as well, Hapoel has gotten the job on both ends en route to a 10-win start that has it in sole possession of first place.

Perhaps the most interesting characteristic of this graph concerns the next eight teams behind Hapoel, as the top-nine teams in the standings are all among the 10 teams that have performed at an above-average level defensively this season. While this is a testament to their effort level and execution on that end, it is also indicative of how hard it is to gain a competitive advantage on the offensive end at this point in the league’s evolution. [Virtus Bologna](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/virtus-bologna/roster/vir/) has been the exception to that rule, looking like a different team offensively at Virtus Arena than it has during its 1-7 start on the road. 

The importance of defense this season aligns with the fact that [AS Monaco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/as-monaco/roster/mco/) has achieved the league’s best efficiency differential, edging Hapoel, as it has not only relished a bounce-back season from Mike James and shot a tremendous percentage around the rim, but solidified itself as a top-three defense as well. Monaco has had several big-time defensive efforts in a season where those types of nights have been hard to come by.

[Olympiacos Piraeus](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/olympiacos-piraeus/roster/oly/), [Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/panathinaikos-bc-athens/roster/pan/), and [Zalgiris Kaunas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/zalgiris-kaunas/roster/zal/) are the three other teams that have done above-average work on both ends, earning the next three best efficiency differentials as a result. [Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/crvena-zvezda-meridianbet-belgrade/roster/red/) has been nearly just as effective on a per-possession basis and shares a similar prognosis looking forward with the reigning champions, [Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/teams/fenerbahce-beko-istanbul/roster/ulk/): the identity they have built defensively gives them significant upside if they can fall into a better rhythm offensively in the coming months. 

With two-thirds of the season to go, it will be interesting to see how these teams and trends hold up to the pressure cooker that is the modern EuroLeague.

FC Bayern Basketball overcame a sluggish first half to claim a convincing 83-62 home win over SYNTAINICS MBC on Sunday evening, maintaining its position atop the BBL standings. In front of 6,600 fans at a sold-out BMW Park, Bayern improved to 7-1 thanks to a dominant second-half surge led by Wenyen Gabriel, who posted a season-best double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds.

Gabriel shines as Bayern pulls away late for German League win 

FC Bayern Basketball overcame a sluggish first half to claim a convincing 83-62 home win over SYNTAINICS MBC on Sunday evening, maintaining its position atop the BBL standings. In front of 6,600 fans at a sold-out BMW Park, Bayern improved to 7-1 thanks to a dominant second-half surge led by Wenyen Gabriel, who posted a season-best double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds.

Andreas Obst added 15 points on 4-of-6 three-point shooting and Spencer Dinwiddie tallied 12 points and 6 assists for the winners. For MBC, Marcus Foster led the way with 15 points, while Nelson Weidemann scored a career-high 21.

The hosts struggled early, trailing 27–30 at halftime after a low-scoring first half in which their offense stagnated and three-point shots repeatedly missed the mark. “We came into a half-court game and were very static,” admitted Bayern head coach Gordon Herbert. “Our ball movement was much better in the second half, and we put more pressure on the rim.”

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="no" dir="ltr">Big game <a href="https://twitter.com/WenyenGabriel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WenyenGabriel</a>! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCBMBC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCBMBC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeBallTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeBallTogether</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCBB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCBB</a> | Foto: Kolb <a href="https://t.co/kZ0pPQyXO4">pic.twitter.com/kZ0pPQyXO4</a></p>&mdash; FC Bayern Basketball (@FCBBasketball) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBBasketball/status/1997727310502596966?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

That improvement showed immediately after the break. Bayern turned up the energy and broke the game open with a decisive 18-0 run in the fourth quarter. Justinian Jessup sparked the turnaround with 3 triples, including a buzzer-beater to end the third quarter at 55-50. Gabriel then took over inside, scoring repeatedly on put-backs and free throws, while Dinwiddie added a key three-pointer. Obst sealed the win with three late triples as Bayern’s offense finally clicked.

Herbert praised his team’s resilience and rebounding: “Our defense kept us in it, and Gabriel and Kratzer combined for 11 offensive rebounds, which made a big difference.”

Gabriel, who has battled through a difficult stretch, said the performance was a confidence boost: “We had a weak first half offensively, but we played harder and better together after the break. My teammates helped me a lot to reach my best game of the season.”

Bayern now turns its attention to a EuroLeague trip to Dubai.

The latest Bayern news

Hosts overcome first-half struggles to claim convincing home victory

EuroLeague top photos of the week

Look back at all the action from Rounds 14 of the regular season by checking out the best photos of the week! 

Top 10 photos of the week: Round 14

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv extended its flawless start to the Israeli League season with a 76–68 home win over high-flying Hapoel HaEmek as Yam Madar played 22 minutes in his first action of the season 

Yam Madar returns as Hapoel wins again in Israeli League

[Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/hapoel-ibi-tel-aviv/hta/) extended its flawless start to the Israeli League season with a 76–68 home win over high-flying Hapoel HaEmek in Round 8, remaining the only team with a perfect record in the league. The showdown between two of the league’s hottest teams drew 4,032 fans, who saw the Reds move to 7–0 while HaEmek suffered just its second loss after a six-game winning streak.

[Yam Madar](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/yam-madar/011052/) played 22 minutes in his first action of the season and led Hapoel with 14 points. [Collin Malcolm](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/collin-malcolm/012609/) added 13, [Antonio Blakeney](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/antonio-blakeney/013402/) 12 and [Tomer Ginat](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tomer-ginat/010550/) tallied 8 points and 7 rebounds. For HaEmek, Kyler Edwards paced all scorers with 17 points and Kadin Shedrick added 11 points in the losing effort.

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="iw" dir="rtl">יופי הפועל 👹 <a href="https://t.co/kQ77Pg1EAD">pic.twitter.com/kQ77Pg1EAD</a></p>&mdash; Hapoel Tel Aviv BC (@HapoelTLVBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/HapoelTLVBC/status/1997385128046170437?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The game opened nervously, with HaEmek striking first and jumping to a 1-5 lead before Dimitris Itoudis’s side answered with a 20-6 run to close the first quarter ahead by 10. The highlight of the period came when Madar checked in for the first time since his injury, greeted by huge applause before drilling a three-pointer and dishing an early assist. The hosts still took a 37–31 lead into halftime, but HaEmek had made it clear it would not go away.

That pattern continued after the break. Each time Hapoel pushed the gap back into double figures in the third, the visitors clawed it down again, trimming the deficit to 55-48 heading into the final 10 minutes. Early in the fourth, the Reds surged to their biggest lead at 69–55, but HaEmek produced a 0-9 run to cut the margin to just 5 and set up a tense finish.

In the end, Itoudis’s stars delivered. Blakeney and Ish Wainright combined for 5 crucial points to restore a double-digit cushion and close out the game, sealing an important win just days before Hapoel’s next EuroLeague clash with Virtus Bologna.

More Hapoel news

The guard played his first minutes of the season in the victory over HaEmek 

A career-high performance in a record-breaking team effort saw Elie Okobo of AS Monaco earn Round 14 MVP honors with a career-high PIR of 39.

Okobo led Monaco to a 125-104 home victory over Paris Basketball, breaking the competition's scoring record in a non-overtime game. He had a season-high 26 points on 4-of-4 two-pointers, 4-of-6 three-pointers and 6-of-6 free throws, adding 4 rebounds, 8 assists, 3 steals and 4 fouls drawn for a PIR of 39. 

Round 14 MVP: Elie Okobo, AS Monaco

A career-high performance in a record-breaking team effort saw [Elie Okobo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/elie-okobo/011212/) of AS Monaco earn Round 14 MVP honors with a career-high PIR of 39.

Okobo led Monaco to a 125-104 home victory over Paris Basketball, breaking the competition's scoring record in a non-overtime game. He had a season-high 26 points on 4-of-4 two-pointers, 4-of-6 three-pointers and 6-of-6 free throws, adding 4 rebounds, 8 assists, 3 steals and 4 fouls drawn for a PIR of 39. Okobo earned MVP of the Round honors for the fourth time in his career (once with LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne, three with his current team) and is the third Monaco player to take home this honor this season, after Nikola Mirotic (Round 2) and Mike James (Round 9).

[Duane Washington](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/duane-washington/013370/) of Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade amassed a PIR of 31 in a 92-85 home win over FC Bayern Munich. He scored 22 points on 2-of-4 two-pointers, 5-of-6 three-pointers and 3-of-7 free throws, also getting 1 rebound, 6 assists, 1 steal and 9 fouls drawn.

[Johannes Voigtmann](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/johannes-voigtmann/007201/) of Bayern reached a PIR of 29 against Partizan with 10 points, 18 rebounds (a new EuroLeague season high), 7 assists, 2 steals, 1 block and 5 fouls drawn.

[Darius Thompson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/darius-thompson/011078/) of Valencia Basket, who amassed a PIR of 28, and [Tyrique Jones](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tyrique-jones/011981/) of Partizan, with a PIR of 27, complete the top individual performances in Round 14. Thompson recorded 19 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals in Valencia's road win over Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens, while Jones finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist and 3 fouls drawn as Partizan downed Bayern.

### Individual highs: Johannes Voigtmann, Bayern, 18 rebounds

Elie Okobo of Monaco had 26 points, the most of any player in Round 14. [Nadir Hifi](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nadir-hifi/012640/) of Paris is the competition's top scorer with 20.4 points per game.

Johannes Voigtmann of Bayern led all rebounders by pulling down 18 boards. It is a new season high, too. [Nikola Milutinov](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nikola-milutinov/003941/) of Olympiacos Piraeus remains atop the rebounding charts with 8.0 per game.

[Nick Weiler-Babb](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nick-weiler-babb/010391/) of Anadolu Efes Istanbul dished 9 assists in this round. [Sylvain Francisco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sylvain-francisco/007975/) of Zalgiris Kaunas is the leader in assists with 7.3 per night.

[Oshae Brissett](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/o-shae-j-brissett/014127/) of Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv, [Mfiondu Kabengele](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mfiondu-kabengele/012796/) of Dubai Basketball, [Luca Vildoza](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/luca-vildoza/007947/) of Virtus Bologna, and [Jerian Grant](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/jerian-grant/011204/) of Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens each collected a round-high 4 steals this week. [Alpha Diallo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/alpha-diallo/011226/) of Monaco ranks first overall with 1.8 steals per game.

[Roman Sorkin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/roman-sorkin/011219/), also of Maccabi, had 4 blocks in Round 14. [Walter Tavares](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/walter-tavares/005791/) of Real Madrid leads the league this season with 2.0 blocks per game. On Thursday night, Tavares became the first player to reach the 500-block milestone in EuroLeague history.

Johannes Voigtmann (10 points, 18 rebounds) and Tyrique Jones (21 points, 10 rebounds) were the only players to record a double-double in Round 14.

The EuroLeague is back, with 10 thrilling games across Thursday and Friday night. Check out the Game Center to see how the teams got on in Round 14.

Game Center: Round 14

## Friday, December 5

### [Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade 79-89 FC Barcelona](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/crvena-zvezda-meridianbet-belgrade-fc-barcelona/E2025/137/)

Barcelona took down Crvena Zvezda on Friday night, winning 79-89. It is Barcelona’s fifth triumph on the road this season and its first away from home under head coach Xavi Pascual, as the team improved to 9-5 record, the same as Zvezda, which saw its seven-game home-court winning streak snapped. The only time Barcelona trailed was when the hosts scored the opening basket, but Barcelona quickly built a double-digit lead behind Will Clyburn. The hosts repeatedly rallied throughout the night and tied the game on several occasions, but never took the lead. 

Dario Brizuela played a key role for the winners, scoring 14 of his 17 points late in the third and in the fourth quarter. Clyburn finished with 22 points, scoring 20 in the first half, while Toko Shengelia had 15 and Kevin Punter poured in 14 points. Codi Miller-McIntyre scored 19 points for Zvezda, and Chima Moneke collected 15 points and 9 rebounds in a losing effort.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ca" dir="ltr">UNA MÉS A BELGRAD 😤 <a href="https://t.co/rrin45w6Vi">pic.twitter.com/rrin45w6Vi</a></p>&mdash; Barça Basket (@FCBbasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCBbasket/status/1997049327345455493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens 79-89 Valencia Basket](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/panathinaikos-aktor-athens-valencia-basket/E2025/139/)

Valencia stunned Panathinaikos with a statement-making road win, 79-89, to claim a share of second place in the standings. A first quarter of momentum changes ended with Panathinaikos ahead, 22-19, and the second period was similar as runs were traded before the interval arrived with the host still leading, 44-38. But Valencia started the second half with a 0-9 run, and stayed in front heading into the last ten minutes, 61-65. Another flurry of scoring gave the visitors a double-digit lead early in the fourth, before defense took over to seal an impressive win.

Darius Thompson powered Valencia with a remarkable combination of 19 points, 6 assists and 8 rebounds, while Kameron Taylor hit 4 triples in his 18 points and Brancou Badio made a trio of three-balls for 12. Kendrick Nunn paced Panathinaikos with 23 points, TJ Shorts added 19, and Kostas Sloukas and Dinos Mitoglou both scored 12. The outcome leaves both teams tied in a share for second place with a 9-5 record.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">VAMOOOOOOOOOOOS 🧡<br><br>🔥 OAKAZO! 🔥<br><br>¡Ganamos en una de las pistas más duras de toda Europa! 😍<br><br>🏆 J14 <a href="https://twitter.com/EuroLeague?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EuroLeague</a><br>🟢 <a href="https://twitter.com/Paobcgr?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Paobcgr</a> 79<br>🟠 <a href="https://twitter.com/valenciabasket?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@valenciabasket</a> 89<br>🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/puleva?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@puleva</a> <a href="https://t.co/UTOKOysGIB">pic.twitter.com/UTOKOysGIB</a></p>&mdash; Valencia Basket Club (@valenciabasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/valenciabasket/status/1997053804920164725?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz 88-78 EA7 Emporio Armani Milan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/kosner-baskonia-vitoria-gasteiz-ea7-emporio-armani-milan/E2025/138/)

Baskonia extended its winning streak at home to seven games across all competitions by beating Milan 88-78 on Friday night at Buesa Arena. Having led from start to finish, the hosts opened a double-digit advantage thanks to a 12-0 run in the third quarter and maintained it until the final whistle was blown. Baskonia improved its record to 5-9, with Milan dropping to 7-7.

Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot scored a game-high 21 points, with Matteo Spagnolo netting 18. Leandro Bolmaro and Armoni Brooks bagged 16 each, while Devin Booker ended the game on 13 points.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">Nos imponemos al Olimpia Milano y seguimos imparables en casa 💥 <br><br>¡El Buesa, una caldera!<br><br>GOAZEN💪 <a href="https://t.co/K5Bjup2Eiy">pic.twitter.com/K5Bjup2Eiy</a></p>&mdash; Kosner Baskonia (@Baskonia) <a href="https://twitter.com/Baskonia/status/1997055415587107172?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Virtus Bologna 79-78 Dubai Basketball](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/virtus-bologna-dubai-basketball/E2025/140/)

Virtus edged out Dubai 79-78 after Luca Vildoza hit the game-winning  3-pointer and then made a crucial steal with only a few seconds left on the clock on the Italian side’s return to their favorite gym. Dubai set the tone early on as the visitors raced into a 2-7 lead early on, but Virtus hit back instantly as Derrick Alston got the hosts going with 8 quick-fire points which turned the first quarter on its head as Virtus surged ahead 26-13. Dubai closed the gap to 26-17 at the end of the first quarter and then completed a 0-16 run to nose ahead 26-29 early in the second, making it a proper rollercoaster as the visitors kept chipping away to take a 39-44 advantage into the locker room at halftime. The matchup got physical and Dubai took a 54-56 lead into the final 10 minutes after a low-scoring third quarter, as both teams beefed up on defense. The see-saw battle kept fans on the edge of their seats down to the wire and Vildoza settled the rip-roaring contest as he hit nothing but net for the game-winning basket before he pickpocketed Filip Petrusev to deny the visitors inside Virtus Arena.

Carsen Edwards paced the home team on 23 points, Vildoza and Alston chipped with 11 apiece while Matthew Morgan added 10. Justin Anderson led Dubai on 16 points as Aleksa Avramovic and Kenan Kamenjas scored 13 each.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">AT THE BUZZER ⚪️⚫️ <a href="https://t.co/nKkdgDM1pa">pic.twitter.com/nKkdgDM1pa</a></p>&mdash; Virtus Bologna (@VirtusBo) <a href="https://twitter.com/VirtusBo/status/1997057060400247225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

## Thursday, December 4

### [Anadolu Efes Istanbul 75-81 Real Madrid](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/anadolu-efes-istanbul-real-madrid/E2025/136/)

In a physical battle that went down to the final two minutes, Real Madrid grabbed its third consecutive victory by topping Anadolu Efes Istanbul 75-81 on the road in Round 14 on Thursday. Real improved to 8-6 in the standings while Efes dropped to 5-9. Efes led 67-65 with 7 minutes remaining but Real locked in on defense, using a 5-16 run to get another win.

Mario Hezonja led the winners with 22 points. Trey Lyles added 11 while Chuma Okeke had 10, all in the third quarter, for Real. Rolands Smits led Efes with 21 points, matching his career-high effort. Ercan Osmani added 18 on 4-of-4 three-pointers, Rodrigue Beaubois had 11 on his EuroLeague return after missing eight consecutive games, while Isaia Cordinier got 10 for the hosts. Walter Tavares became the first player to reach 500 EuroLeague blocks but also went scoreless for the first time in 256 games, having last done so on October 24, 2019.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">🏁 FP: <a href="https://twitter.com/AnadoluEfesSK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AnadoluEfesSK</a> 75 - 81 <a href="https://twitter.com/RMBaloncesto?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RMBaloncesto</a> <a href="https://t.co/9pyAkyBoiy">pic.twitter.com/9pyAkyBoiy</a></p>&mdash; Real Madrid Basket (@RMBaloncesto) <a href="https://twitter.com/RMBaloncesto/status/1996660205124456651?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Zalgiris Kaunas 65-83 Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/zalgiris-kaunas-maccabi-rapyd-tel-aviv/E2025/135/)

Maccabi recorded its biggest win in Kaunas in more than two decades by smashing Zalgiris 65-83 at Zalgirio Arena. The visitors led 12-20 late in the opening quarter before Lonnie Walker – in his first game back in Lithuania against his former team – scored all the points in a 0-10 second-quarter run that made it 24-39. It was 30-51 at half and, even though Zalgiris's defense limited Maccabi to just 9 third-quarter points, the hosts never threatened the outcome in the second half.

Walker finished with 23 points, Jaylen Hoard posted 16 points and 9 rebounds and Iffe Lundberg added 10 points for the winners. Sylvain Francisco paced Zalgiris with 13 points and 7 assists, but was 0 for 7 from downtown as he saw a streak of 35 consecutive games with a three-pointer made come to an end. Zalgiris lost its second home game all season in falling to 8-6, while Maccabi claimed its second road win in climbing to 4-10.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="iw" dir="rtl">ניצחון גדול בדרך להיכל! <br>סיקור וסטטיסטיקה &gt;&gt; <a href="https://t.co/KEJT1dio8z">https://t.co/KEJT1dio8z</a> <a href="https://t.co/D3sMUHiXej">pic.twitter.com/D3sMUHiXej</a></p>&mdash; Maccabi Tel Aviv BC (@MaccabiTLVBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/MaccabiTLVBC/status/1996673152202522724?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [AS Monaco 125-104 Paris Basketball](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/as-monaco-paris-basketball/E2025/131/)

Monaco smoked Paris with a 125-104 win on Thursday night, making this the third week in succession that Vassilis Spanoulis’s men have made history. After breaking its own record for margin of victory in each of the last two rounds, Monaco set a new club record with 125 points scored, which is the third-highest total in EuroLeague history. Even more impressive is the fact it came without any need for overtime. Monaco improved to 9-5 with this win, its third in a row, while Paris dropped its third straight to fall to 5-9.

The three-headed monster of Elie Okobo, Matthew Strazel and Mike James ran the show for Monaco. Okobo finished with 26 points and 8 assists, Strazel had 22 points and 7 dimes, while James posted 16 points and 7 helpers. Nikola Mirotic also added 14 points, and Alpha Diallo poured in 10 points. Paris guard Justin Robinson paced his team with 24 points, followed by Jared Rhoden with 22 and Nadir Hifi with 17.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="fr" dir="ltr">🤯 ON FIIIIIIIRREEE 🔥🔥<br><br>🚀 Sans pitié, la <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RocaTeam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RocaTeam</a> emporte tout et bat Paris une deuxième fois en 48h ! 🤩<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DagheMunegu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DagheMunegu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EveryGameMatters?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EveryGameMatters</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RivalrySeries?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RivalrySeries</a> <a href="https://t.co/phyG3FJi0p">pic.twitter.com/phyG3FJi0p</a></p>&mdash; AS Monaco Basket 🇲🇨 (@ASMonaco_Basket) <a href="https://twitter.com/ASMonaco_Basket/status/1996678416394080290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv 87-80 LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/hapoel-ibi-tel-aviv-ldlc-asvel-villeurbanne/E2025/133/)

League-leading Hapoel narrowly beat ASVEL on Thursday night, coming back to earn the 87-80 victory. The hosts opened up an early advantage in the opening minutes, which they wouldn’t surrender for the rest of the first half, led by the playmaking of Tyler Ennis and finishing of Dan Oturu. Despite trailing by 15, ASVEL made a buoyant run to shrink the lead heading into halftime, before putting together an incredible third-quarter rally to take the lead. There were then six lead changes as the teams went blow-for-blow. ASVEL were able to grow its lead to 11 early in the fourth, but the hosts plugged away to stay in the fight. With minutes to go, Hapoel went on a 7-0 run to claw its way back into the game. Nando De Colo and Dimitris Itoudis picked up technical fouls as the game became chippy, but Hapoel’s key hustle plays saw it secure the victory.

Dan Oturu played the starring role for Hapoel, adding 7 boards to his 18-point scoring performance. Antonio Blakeney and Johnathan Motley also bolstered their team with 16 points each. The result was especially tough on the excellent Nando De Colo, who kept his team in the clash until the very end, recording 20 points in the loss. Strengthening its position atop the league table, Hapoel moved to 10-4 with the win. ASVEL, meanwhile, slid to 3-11.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="iw" dir="rtl">מכאן, נמשיך בישראל 🚩 <a href="https://t.co/JeuZGYLHXZ">pic.twitter.com/JeuZGYLHXZ</a></p>&mdash; Hapoel Tel Aviv BC (@HapoelTLVBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/HapoelTLVBC/status/1996687696497143912?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade 92-85 FC Bayern Munich](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/partizan-mozzart-bet-belgrade-fc-bayern-munich/E2025/132/)

Partizan kicked off the post-Zeljko Obradovic era with a 92-85 victory over Bayern at Belgrade Arena on Thursday. The visitors started strong from beyond the arc and took a 36-43 cushion at halftime. Partizan bounced back and outscored the visitors 28-15 in the third quarter to secure a lead that it maintained until the final whistle despite a late 2-15 Bayern run. Partizan ended a three-game losing skid, with the German side suffering its fifth consecutive loss. Both teams now have 5-9 records.

Duane Washington netted a team-high 22 points on 5-for-6 shooting from deep. Tyrique Jones followed suit with 21 and 10 rebounds. Spencer Dinwiddie led all scorers with 25 points, with Vladimir Lucic bagging a season-high 17 points. Johannes Voigtmann registered 10 points and a career-high 18 rebounds in defeat.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="und" dir="ltr">Pobeda crno-belih!⚫️⚪️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KKPartizan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KKPartizan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EuroLeague?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EuroLeague</a> <a href="https://t.co/RfYkpAJbVR">pic.twitter.com/RfYkpAJbVR</a></p>&mdash; KK Partizan Mozzart Bet (@PartizanBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/PartizanBC/status/1996697628571005246?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

## Postponed game

### [Olympiacos Piraeus vs. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/game-center/2025-26/olympiacos-piraeus-fenerbahce-beko-istanbul/E2025/134/)

*This game has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions.*

Four teams secured away victories in Round 14

Game Center: Barça, Valencia grab impressive road wins; Virtus, Baskonia triumph at home

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)

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