The magic of Christmas continues at SLUC Nancy. After a resounding success against JL Bourg (84-79), Sylvain Lautié's team concluded the year with another victory. Under the leadership of a once again untenable Shevon Thompson, the SLUC resisted the return of ESSM Le Portel (76-85).
Ivan Février rings out the stellist revolt at the break
The days go by and are the same for SLUC Nancy. Serious in defense and very effective under the circle, the Nancéiens quickly took control in this meeting. Author of an exceptional match against Bourg-en-Bresse, Shevon Thompson has once again proven itself valuable. With 24 points scored on 10/13 shots and 14 rebounds captured for 35 ratings, the interior reigned supreme in the Stellar racket.
Leading by 8 points at the end of a controlled first quarter (19-27, 10′), Sylvain Lautié's men were able to rely on the formidable efficiency of the pair Mohammad Believe (9 points at 3/5 on shots) – Zechariah Perrin (10 points at 5/6 on shots) to make the difference. Better in this second quarter, the Portelois scored a 7-0 from the start to come back three short lengths (24-27, 12′). A great reaction driven by a good Ivan FEBRUARY (18 points at 7/19 on shots) which sparked the revolt and allowed the locals to regain the advantage just before half-time (44-41, 20').
Shevon Thompson became unplayable again
Like his start to the match, Shevon Thompson continued his offensive work. And if Ivan Février was not left out to maintain the gap, SLUC Nancy resumed its march forward. Back in front in the 29th minute, the Nancy team saw Digué Diawara score a very important 3-point shot to allow ESSM to regain the advantage ten minutes from time (60-57, 30').
But this Friday evening at the Chaudron, the player to watch was undoubtedly on Nancy's side. Thanks to a 12-0, Shevon Thompson's teammates regained a 9-point lead at the heart of the last quarter (60-69, 34'). And despite a new northern reaction, the people of Nancy showed character to resist the enemy's return and close the year 2024 in a very good way.
