The EuroLeague saw a competitive matchup on March 12, 2026, as Paris Basketball hosted LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne at the Porte de La Chapelle Arena. The game, part of the EuroLeague regular season, concluded with a 91-82 victory for Paris Basketball, according to Sofascore. This contest followed previous encounters between the two teams, including a 91-82 win for Paris Basketball on January 30, 2025, and a 98-93 victory for ASVEL on December 13, 2024.
The match between Paris Basketball and LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne is a significant fixture in the EuroLeague, showcasing the talent and competitive spirit of European basketball. The teams have demonstrated a closely contested rivalry, with recent results indicating a tight balance of power. This latest encounter adds another chapter to their ongoing story within the league.
Recent Form and Key Match Details
Prior to the March 12th game, LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne had secured a win against Paris in the Betclic Elite Regular Season on December 22, 2024, with a score of 98-92, as reported by Eurohoops. That game saw Melvin Ajinca of ASVEL deliver a standout performance, scoring 20 points – his best of the 2024-25 campaign – while connecting on 8 of 12 field goals, including four three-pointers. Theo Maledon and Nando de Colo contributed with 17 and 16 points respectively, and Andre Roberson recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.
In that December match, T.J. Shorts II, returning from an illness, managed 13 points and 12 assists in 26 minutes of play. For Paris Basketball, Collin Malcolm led the scoring with 19 points, followed by Kevarrius Hayes with 18. Several players were sidelined for both teams, including Charles Kahudi, Joffrey Lauvergne, Mbaye Ndiaye for ASVEL, and Sebastian Herrera, Daulton Hommes, Leon Kratzer, and Enzo Sharvin for Paris.
Statistical Overview of the March 12th Game
Data from Bullscore provides a snapshot of the statistical battle during the March 12th EuroLeague game. Paris Basketball attempted 18 of 24 free throws (75%), 12 of 18 two-pointers (67%), and 18 of 29 two-pointers (62%). They were less successful from three-point range, converting 15 of 37 attempts (32%), resulting in a 37% overall three-point percentage. The team secured 37 rebounds, while ASVEL had 33. Paris Basketball held the largest lead of the game at 15 points, with 11 lead changes occurring throughout the contest. They maintained possession of the ball for 540 seconds, compared to ASVEL’s 790 seconds.
The game featured 48 successful field goal attempts for Paris Basketball and 40 for ASVEL. Paris Basketball had 4 time outs, while ASVEL had 3. A total of 22 fouls were committed by Paris Basketball and 20 by ASVEL. The longest scoring run by either team was 10 points.
Looking Ahead
The outcome of this Round 31 matchup contributes to the ongoing standings in the EuroLeague. As the season progresses, both Paris Basketball and LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne will continue to compete for favorable positioning in the league. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how these teams build on their performances and navigate the challenges ahead in the EuroLeague schedule.
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