Paris Basketball had another remarkable victory on Thursday night at their home court at the Adidas Arena against Badalona (86-70). This win marked their eleventh consecutive victory in all competitions, just two days after Bourg-en-Bresse also secured their spot in the Eurocup semifinals. TJ Shorts led Paris in scoring with 21 points, while Nadir Hifi added 15 points.
This is a historic moment for Paris Basketball as they have never reached this stage in European competition before. Following the footsteps of Bourg-en-Bresse, the French fans can now dream of a potential final between the two representatives. Similar to Bourg-en-Bresse, Paris topped their group which granted them the advantage of playing their quarter-final match at home, in front of their passionate fans at the Adidas Arena.
Paris seems unstoppable at the moment, with a winning streak of eleven games in all competitions. Their victory over Badalona was dominant, showcasing their strength and determination. TJ Shorts played a key role in guiding his team to victory with an impressive performance of 21 points, 9 assists, and 3 rebounds, while Nadir Hifi also contributed significantly with 15 points.
Throughout the quarter-final match, Paris never seemed in danger of losing their lead. With TJ Shorts leading the way, the team maintained control of the game against Badalona, who trailed by only five points at halftime (40-35). The Parisian players remained composed and focused, ultimately securing a comfortable victory and their place in the semi-finals.
Next, Paris Basketball will face the London Lions in the semi-finals, with a potential two-legged encounter (or three if needed). Paris will have the advantage of playing the first match at home, based on their previous victory against the English team (94-77). The possibility of a final between the two French clubs is becoming more likely, as Paris continues to impress with their performances on the court.
