In the first of three games that will decide whether AS Monaco Basket or Paris Basketball become the 2024 Champions of France, the Roca Team stole the show by beating their rivals 90-80. 

Playing at home in the Salle Gaston Médecin on Tuesday 4th June, the Roca Team got their Betclic Elite finals campaign off to a flying start with a solid win over Paris Basketball.  

The undisputed star of the night was the incomparable Mike James, who racked up an incredible 31 points along with three assists. Élie Okobo was also a key scorer, with 15 points, followed by Jaron Blossomgame, who had a fantastic showing with 13.  

Following the game, James told reporters, “I’m just happy with the victory. We won, but we are already focused on the next match. It’s important to win every match, we absolutely want to maintain our home advantage. We will now prepare for Game 2.” 

The next clash of these two titan teams is scheduled for Thursday 6th June in Monaco. The game will begin at 6.30pm. Tickets can be purchased here.  

Read related:

Basketball: Jubilant Roca Team through to Betclic Elite finals

Join the Monaco Life community – sign up for the Monaco Life newsletter, follow our Podcasts on Spotify, and check us out on Threads, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.   

Photo credit: AS Monaco Basket