by Lo De Garrigues (iDalgo)
After four consecutive setbacks, Villeurbanne is back in the Euroleague. home, TJ Parker’s men put on a good performance by defeating Fenerbahe (84-82), winner in 2017 of the competition. The Turkish club led half-time (43-46) but lost its two stars, Nando de Colo and Jan Vesely, to injury. An offering for ASVEL who was able to accelerate in the third quarter (won 21-14) before ensuring victory on the free throw line. With 27 points, Chris Jones shone in attack while Elie Okobo (14 points, 3 assists) once again played the conductors. Thanks to this success, ASVEL takes 9th place in the standings, halfway through. It will take a little more to grab the Top 8, synonymous with the playoffs.