The Neofytos Chandriotis preseason tournament in Cyprus kicked off with an exciting match where Paris Basketball secured a commanding 107–70 victory over Crvena Zvezda. The French team showcased their strength early in their preparations for the upcoming season.
This dominant performance was driven by excellent teamwork and a balanced scoring attack, with five players reaching double-digit points. This offensive depth is a positive sign for the team as they head into the new EuroLeague season.
🔥 Paris’s Offensive Firepower
Yakuba Ouattara was the standout player for Paris, leading all scorers with an impressive 23 points. He received strong support from his teammates, including Justin Robinson, who contributed 16 points and 8 assists. Amath M’Baye added 15 points, Lamar Stevens scored 14, and Jeremy Morgan chipped in with 13, highlighting the team’s well-rounded offense.
💪 Crvena Zvezda’s Efforts
Despite the tough loss, several players from Crvena Zvezda put up a good fight. Semi Ojeleye was a bright spot, scoring 16 points which included five three-pointers. Tyson Carter added 11 points, while Jasiel Rivero finished the game with 10 points and 4 rebounds.
🌍 Around Europe’s Preseason Action
In other preseason games across Europe, Partizan defeated PAOK BC 96-87 in an outdoor game in Belgrade, with Duane Washington scoring 21 points. In the same city, Maccabi Tel Aviv beat Zenit 102-77, led by Lonnie Walker IV’s 25 points. Meanwhile, in the Gloria Cup, Zalgiris won against Galatasaray 77-66, and Anadolu Efes lost a close game to Lokomotiv Kuban, 88-84.
