Betclic ELITE (2025-2026)
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Betclic ELITE 2025-26
Coach of the Year: Julien Mahe
All-Star Game: France - World 165-159, 2OT
In 2025 the league decreased number of teams from 16 to 15. League PlayOff Cup PlayOff SuperCup PlayOff LeagueCup PlayOff
Betclic ELITE Final: AS Monaco Basket - Paris Basketball 101-92 AS Monaco Basket (Manuchar Markoishvili): Blossomgame Jaron 27, Begarin Juhann 18, Makoundou Yoan 14, Okobo Elie 12, Diallo Alpha 10, Tarpey Terry 8, James Mike 7, Nedovic Nemanja 5, Hayes Kevarrius 0, Michee Kyllian 0, Moungalla Yssam 0 Cup Final: AS Monaco Basket - Federation of Basketball Le Mans 87-83 Monaco: Jaron Blossomgame 0, Daniel Theis 7, Alpha Diallo 21, Matthew Strazel 19, Mike James 16, Elie Okobo 4, Kevarrius Hayes 6, Terry Tarpey 6, Juhann Begarin 8, Nemanja Nedovic 0 SuperCup Final: AS Monaco Basket - Federation of Basketball Le Mans 104-79
Monaco: Elie Okobo 16, Daniel Theis 12, Alpha Diallo 14, Nikola Mirotic 11, Mike James 18, Jaron Blossomgame 8, David Michineau 8, Zakaria Mechergui 2, Kevarrius Hayes 9, Terry Tarpey 6, Juhann Begarin 0, Matthew Strazel 0 Leaders Cup Final: AS Monaco Basket - Federation of Basketball Le Mans 103-79
Monaco: Jaron Blossomgame 17, Daniel Theis 15, Alpha Diallo 14, Nemanja Nedovic 5, Mike James 12, Elie Okobo 19, David Michineau , Terry Tarpey 6, Juhann Begarin 0, Matthew Strazel 10, Nikola Mirotic 5 All-Star Game: France - World 165-159, 2OT Standings 2025-26
- qualified to the play-offs Stats Leaders 2025-26
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Player of the Week: Round 30 (RS)  Dijon Cup Final All-Star Game  Monaco Win in Paris to Reclaim the French Title and Complete a Quadruple (Photo: Monaco)  Nadir Hifi win France All-Star Game MVP (Photo: DAZN)  Monaco edge Le Mans for Coupe de France crown (Photo: ffbb.com)  Monaco roll past Le Mans to capture SuperCup (Photo: lnb.fr)  Monaco ease past Le Mans to capture Leaders Cup title (Photo: AS Monaco)
Left: Mirko Ocokoljic (coach assistant KK Partizan Mozzart Bet Beograd)
Average Height: 196.7 cm (6'5.4'')
Average Age: 28.1
 Monaco Win in Paris to Reclaim the French Title and Complete a Quadruple-Jun 23, 2026
Monaco are champions of France once again, winning a wild and dramatic Game 5 at the Adidas Arena 101-92 against Paris Basketball to take the Betclic Elite title a third crown in four years and the final piece of an unprecedented quadruple this season, achieved just before the team is broken up this summer. The decider delivered on every promise, and the drama began hours before tip-off with the announcement that Matthew Strazel (184-PG-2002) had been suspended for the game. Monaco's response was a stunner: they activated Mike James (185-PG-1990, college: Lamar), the American playmaker who had been absent since May 5 and on strike over unpaid wages at the club. Wearing the number 32 Strazel's number James did not weigh heavily on the game for long, but he was among the Monaco players who turned it around at the start of the fourth quarter. With the Roca Team seemingly buckling, trailing 85-81 in the 33rd minute after leading 81-73 earlier, Monaco ripped off a 12-0 run to open the final period and surged toward the title, reclaiming the crown Paris had won the previous season. The night also belonged to Elie Okobo (191-SG-1997), who handed out 15 assists a record for a French Championship final game while Jaron Blossomgame (199-F-1993, college: Clemson) scored 27 points and Juhann Begarin (196-G/F-2002) added 18. Justin Robinson (187-PG-1997, college: Virginia Tech) paced Paris with 12 points, while Nadir Hifi (188-G-2002) added 11 points in the loss. Eurobasket.com All-French Betclic ELITE Awards 2026-Jun 24, 2026
 The standout shooting guard Elie Okobo was named the Player of the Year of the championship-winning champion team Monaco.
He received multiple other awards, was voted the Finals MVP, Domestic Player of the Year, Guard of the Year, and was selected to the First Team and Domestic Players Team.
Okobo's excellent performance assisted his team in beating Paris 3 to 2 in the final series.
He was the Player of the Week honoree in the league.
Okobo's exceptional play earned him the fifth spot in points per game, boasting an impressive average of over 17.
He also averaged over 5 assists per game in the league.
Okobo has totalled 15 games of 20 or more points and recorded double-doubles in 5 games on the year.
His 28 points against Bourg were the most he scored in the 25 26 season.
5 out of the top 10 highest scorers in the league are alumni of US colleges.
Landers Nolley II, 26-year old American swingman from the Brampton Honey Badgers, was selected as the Import Player of the Year at the Betclic ELITE.
He graduated from Cincinnati three years ago.
Nolley II collected multiple other honors, was honored as the Forward of the Year, and was chosen to the First Team and Imports Team.
He received Player of the Week award twice during the 25 26 campaign.
Nolley II orchestrated his way to the second spot in points per game, showcasing a dazzling average of over 19.
He also registered over 4 assists per game that season in the league.
Nolley II has totalled 14 games of 20 or more points on the year and had 30 or more points in 2 games.
He recorded double-doubles in 2 games at the event.
Nolley II's 40 points against Boulazac were the most he scored in the 25 26 season.
5 out of the top 10 highest scorers in the league are alumni of US colleges.
Among many awards Nolley II's team made it to the AAC Tournament Semifinals in 2021 and 2023.
Mathis Dossou-Yovo, center from the JSF Nanterre, earned the Center of the Year of Betclic ELITE.
He received multiple other awards, was named to the First Team and Domestic Players Team.
Dossou-Yovo was voted Player of the Week in the league.
He conducted his way to the fourth position in averaging a commendable almost 18 points per game and second in rebounds per game, delivering a over 7 average.
Dossou-Yovo has totalled 6 games of 20 or more points and logged double-doubles in 4 games on the year.
His 28 points against Monaco were the most he scored in the 25 26 season.
5 out of the top 10 highest scorers in the league are alumni of US colleges.
Nadir Hifi, 23-year old Algerian guard from the runner-up team finalist team the Paris Basket, earned a spot in the First Team at the Euroleague.
He was also voted to the Domestic Players Team.
Hifi's best performance made his team reach the finals but they unfortunately were defeated by Monaco 2 to 3.
He registered 4 assists per game over the season in the league.
Hifi led the Euroleague in points per game with over 20.
He has totalled 42 games of 20 or more points on the year and notched 30 or more points in 3 games.
Hifi's 36 points against Chalon/Saone were the most he scored in the 25 26 season.
5 out of the top 10 highest scorers in the league are alumni of US colleges.
Among many awards he was selected as the Eurobasket All-French League Domestic Player of the Year in 2025.
He was also selected to the Eurobasket All-French Betclic Elite First Team in 2024.
Hifi was selected to the Eurobasket French Betclic Elite ProA All-Domestic Players Team in 2024.
He was also selected to the Eurobasket All-EuroCup Second Team in 2024.
Gerald Ayayi, point guard from the Cholet Basket, was selected to the First Team of Betclic ELITE.
He averaged over 14 points and almost 4 rebounds per game in the league.
Ayayi has totalled 6 games of 20 or more points on the year.
His 25 points against Boulazac were the most he scored in the 25 26 season.
Player of the Year:  Finals MVP: Defensive Player of the Year:  Domestic Player of the Year: Import Player of the Year:  Guard of the Year: Forward of the Year: Center of the Year: Best Prospect of the Year: Coach of the Year:  Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE First Team 2026  Okobo Hifi  Dossou-Yovo  Ayayi  Nolley II First Team  Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE Second Team 2026  Diallo  Mirotic  Strazel  Keene  Joseph Second Team   Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE Third Team 2026  Makoundou Hrovat  N'Diaye  Blossomgame  Hill Third Team    Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE Honorable Mention 2026  Gombauld  Diarra  Gaudoux  Stevens  Hayes  Davis Jr.  Hudgins  Robinson Honorable Mention  Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE All-Domestic Players Team 2026 Okobo Hifi Dossou-Yovo Makoundou Gombauld All-Domestic Players Team Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE All-Imports Team 2026 Keene Nolley II Diallo Joseph N'Diaye All-Imports Team Eurobasket.com French Betclic ELITE All-Bosmans Team 2026 Mirotic Hrovat  Nedovic  Schoormann  Prkacin All-Bosmans Team    *The awards were created by Eurobasket.com staff based on the stats (if available), teams' performance and players' performance.
It very often required deeper research and collecting various data about the players and their teams.  Monaco edge Le Mans for Coupe de France crown, move to brink of domestic grand slam-Apr 25, 2026
AS Monaco completed a grueling 48-hour double-header in the most emphatic way possible, grinding past Le Mans Sarthe Basket 87-83 at the Accor Arena on Saturday night to lift the Coupe de France Trophee Robert Busnel and move within touching distance of an unprecedented domestic grand slam. Less than 24 hours after their EuroLeague play-in clash against Barcelona at home in the Principality, the Roca Team summoned the energy to outlast a ferocious Le Mans side in a pulsating final that was in the balance until the final seconds. Combined with the Supercoupe captured in September and the Leaders Cup won in February — also against Le Mans — Monaco now hold three of the four major French trophies with the Betclic Elite playoffs still to come. Alpha Diallo (201-F-1997, college: Providence) delivered the decisive performance, scoring 21 points on a ruthlessly efficient 6-of-9 from the field while converting all eight of his free-throw attempts and grabbing five rebounds in just 25 minutes. Matthew Strazel (184-PG-2002) orchestrated the attack magnificently with 19 points and a game-high nine assists, going 9-for-9 from the charity stripe. Mike James (185-PG-1990, college: Lamar), the veteran leader who has been carrying Monaco through an impossibly congested schedule, added 16 points on four three-pointers in 31 minutes despite the fatigue of back-to-back high-stakes games. Monaco took early control with a 21-19 first quarter and then put together a dominant 24-10 second period to build a 45-29 halftime cushion that appeared to put the game beyond reach. But Le Mans, coached by Guillaume Vizade and appearing in their second consecutive Coupe de France final, mounted a ferocious second-half comeback. The Sarthois outscored Monaco 28-19 in the third quarter to claw back to within seven, and a 26-23 fourth-quarter edge brought them agonizingly close before Monaco's composure from the free-throw line sealed the deal. Trevor Hudgins (181-PG-1999, college: NW Missouri St.) led Le Mans with 22 points on 8-of-19 shooting, including a pair of three-pointers, while TaShawn Thomas muscled his way to 18 points and a game-high 12 rebounds — five on the offensive glass. Travante Williams (193-SF-1993, college: Alaska, agency: Inception Sports) added 14 points and six rebounds. But Le Mans' rally ultimately fell four points short, extending their Coupe de France drought to a decade — their last triumph in the competition came in 2016. For Monaco, operating without injured stars Nikola Mirotic (208-PF-1991) and Daniel Theis (205-F/C-1992) and with head coach Vassilis Spanoulis and assistant Ilias Kantzouris still in enforced absence from the bench, the victory was a testament to the squad's remarkable depth and competitive resilience under acting coach Manuchar Markoishvili. The Roca Team's free-throw shooting proved the difference: Monaco went 21-of-22 from the charity stripe compared to Le Mans' returns, a margin that ultimately decided a tight contest. The trophy is Monaco's second Coupe de France title after their 2023 triumph, and their third domestic honor of the 2025-26 season. Monaco roll past Le Mans to capture SuperCup-Sep 21, 2025
Monaco – Le Mans 104–79 Monaco started the new season in style, cruising past Le Mans to secure the French SuperCup title on Sunday. Mike James (185-PG-1990, college: Lamar) led a balanced attack with 18 points, while Elie Okobo (191-SG-1997) added 16 as five Monaco players scored in double figures. The 23/24 French champions wasted little time seizing control. They erupted for 30 points in the opening quarter to build a 14-point cushion and carried a 47–32 lead into halftime. Monaco kept their foot on the gas after the break, dropping 31 points in the third period to extend the margin to 23. The defending Pro A winners closed strong, outscoring Le Mans 26–20 in the final stanza to seal the win in emphatic fashion. Shannon Bogues (190-SG-1997, college: SF Austin) poured in a game-high 24 points for Le Mans, while Jonathan Jeanne (218-C-1997) chipped in 11 in the losing effort. Boulazac finished third in the SuperCup. They defeated Paris Basketball 96-80 in the consolation final. Jacob Grandison (198-G/F-1998, college: Duke) chipped in 25 points for the winning side. Monaco ease past Le Mans to capture Leaders Cup title-Feb 22, 2026
Monaco - Le Mans 103-79 Monaco celebrated 2026 Leaders Cup trophy. They coasted past Le Mans in the Final tonight. Elie Okobo (191-SG-1997) finished with 19 points, while Jaron Blossomgame (199-F-1993, college: Clemson) added 17 points for the Monegasque team. Monaco dominated from start to finish. They piled up a 30-12 lead ten minutes into the game. Le Mans narrowed the gap at 13-point mark at halftime 40-53. But Monaco were back in the driver’s seat after the big break. They sank 50 points in the second half and cruised to the victory. Johnny Berhanemeskel (188-G-1992, college: Ottawa) tossed in 22 points and Lucas Dufeal (204-PF-2003) had 11 points for Le Mans. French Players win All Star Game 2025!-Dec 28, 2025
French Players - Foreign Players 165-159 (2 OT) French Players have won All Star Game 2025! Foreign Players grabbed a 36-31 lead at the start of the show, whilst French Players replied with a 37-28 rally in the second frame. Both teams exchanged another wins in the second half as the game continued in overtime. The first extra time was not enough to find out about the winner. Only in the second extra time, French Players managed to seal a 165-159 win. Nadir Hifi (188-G-2002) stepped up with 27 points and Elie Okobo (191-SG-1997) netted 22. Jeremiah Hill (188-PG-1995, college: Valdosta St.) answered with 31 points in a loss and Mike James (185-PG-1990, college: Lamar) delivered 25. Joshua Uduje (196-G-2002, college: SJSU) claimed victory in the Slam Dunk Contest, while Antony Labanca (192-SG-1994) celebrated 3-Point Shootout Contest win. Nadir Hifi clinched victory in the Skills Challenge. French League All-Star Game 2026-Jan 1, 2026
All-Star MVP:  Nadir Hifi (188-G-2002) of ParisAll-Star Team France 2026 Okobo Hifi  De Sousa  Sene Ayayi Elie Okobo (191-SG-1997) of Monaco Nadir Hifi (188-G-2002) of Paris MVP Nathan De Sousa (190-PG-2003) of Cholet Benjamin Sene (188-PG-1994) of Nanterre Gerald Ayayi (191-PG-2001) of Cholet Mathis Dossou-Yovo (206-C-2000) of Nanterre Lionel Gaudoux (198-PF-1995) of Chalon/Saone Amath M'Baye (205-PF-1989) of Paris Matthew Strazel (184-PG-2002) of Monaco Stephane Gombauld (205-PF-1997) of Nancy Kevin Kokila (204-F/C-2001) of Bourg Adam Mokoka (195-G/F-1998) of BourgHead Coach: Pierric Poupet of ASVEL All-Star Team World 2026 Joseph Nolley II Keene Hill Diallo  Nelly Joseph (208-C-2001) of Strasbourg Landers Nolley II (201-G-2000) of Nancy Marcus Keene (178-PG-1995) of Strasbourg Jeremiah Hill (188-PG-1995) of Chalon/Saone Alpha Diallo (201-F-1997) of Monaco Trevor Hudgins (181-PG-1999) of Le Mans Gavin Ware (206-F/C-1993) of Limoges Mbaye N'Diaye (203-PF-1999) of ASVEL Glynn Watson Jr. (183-PG-1997) of ASVEL Zac Cuthbertson (201-F-1996) of Chalon/Saone Gabe Brown (201-F-2000) of Strasbourg Mike James (185-PG-1990) of MonacoHead Coach: Francesco Tabellini of Paris All-Star 3-Point Shootout 2026  Labanca Hudgins  Herrera  Berhanemeskel Antony Labanca (192-SG-1994) of Bourg Winner Trevor Hudgins (181-PG-1999) of Le Mans Sebastian Herrera (193-G-1997) of Paris Johnny Berhanemeskel (188-G-1992) of Le MansAll-Star Slam Dunk Contest 2026  Uduje  Keita  Bogues  Brown  Joshua Uduje (196-G-2002) of Saint-Chamond Winner Tidjan Keita (208-PF-1996) of Champagne Shannon Bogues (190-SG-1997) of Le Mans Gabe Brown (201-F-2000) of StrasbourgAll-Star Skills Challenge 2026 Hifi Strazel Keene  Nadolny Nadir Hifi (188-G-2002) of Paris Winner Matthew Strazel (184-PG-2002) of Monaco Marcus Keene (178-PG-1995) of Strasbourg Clarence Nadolny (192-G-2000) of Chalon/Saone | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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