AS Monaco Basket clinches title with 32 assists in LNB final
On June 24 2024, AS Monaco Basket secured the French championship by defeating Paris Basketball 101‑92 in Game 5 of the Betclic Elite final. The number that stunned coach Sergii Gladyr during the press conference was 32 assists, double the opponent’s tally (16). This stat puts the Roca Team at the pinnacle of French finals.
Why is this assist count decisive?
The 32 assists reflect an outstanding ball movement. Each quarter, the Roca Team created mismatches with screens, cuts and fast‑break passes. Elie Okobo contributed 15 of those, setting a new finals record. Gladyr emphasized that the success wasn’t a solo effort: “Sometimes players made the penultimate pass to create the spacing.” The whole roster helped, freeing shooters and big men in the paint.
What does this mean for AS Monaco Basket’s future?
The performance proves Gladyr’s collective style works. Generating assists raises easy‑point chances, cuts turnovers and makes the squad hard to stop late in games. Besides the win, the 101‑92 score shows a high offensive efficiency, with a three‑point percentage above 45 % per the official box score. Opponents will need to rethink defensive schemes.
How did the players react?
After the game, club captain Milan Milovanović praised teammates for their vision. “We shared every ball, every move,” he said. Ukrainian head coach Sergii Gladyr added he hadn’t expected the figure – “What? Thirty‑two? Unbelievable” – but it confirmed daily work at practice. The coaching staff plans to keep this play‑making model for the upcoming European season.
What impact does this have on the Ligue Nationale de Basket?
The 32‑assist final record reshapes LNB standards. Other clubs may emulate the rapid passing and rotation system. AS Monaco Basket’s success also boosts French basketball’s global profile, potentially attracting new sponsors and foreign talent eager to join a team where creating opportunities is paramount.