The match between Bourg-en-Bresse and Saint-Quentin in Betclic Elite promises to be an epic duel. Which of the two leading teams in the championship will win? Discover our analyzes and predictions for this poster at the top which…
The Betclic Elite French basketball championship promises us an enticing poster this Friday, December 27, 2024. Bourg-en-Bresse hosts Saint-Quentin in a clash at the top between two of the best teams at the start of the season. An intense and indecisive duel not to be missed under any circumstances for fans of the orange ball!
Bourg-en-Bresse and Saint-Quentin, the tenors of Betclic Elite
Bourg-en-Bresse and Saint-Quentin have been part of the French basketball elite for several years. With quality squads and polished play, these two teams are regularly at the top of the table in the championship.
Currently 4th in Betclic Elite, Bourg has had a solid start to the season with 9 victories in 13 matches. Offensively, Bressan can count on their magical trio made up of Parker, Sulaimon and Pelos, averaging more than 15 points each. Collectively, the team runs like a well-oiled clock, capable of imposing a high tempo throughout matches.
Saint-Quentin is just behind its evening opponent, in 5th place with 8 wins in 13 days. Driven by the skill and leadership of their American fullback Robinson (18.5 pts per match), the Picards rely on an iron defense to stifle their opponents. When the machine starts, few teams manage to stop them.
The history of confrontations in favor of Bressan
In recent years, duels between Bourg and Saint-Quentin have often turned to the advantage of the former. During the last 10 oppositions, Bressans have won 6 times.
But statistics don’t tell the whole story. Last year, the Picards, then outsiders, won on the Bourg floor in the second part of the season. A founding success which convinced observers of their potential.
“It’s always a special match to face Bourg. We know it will be hard but we feel ready and we clearly have our cards to play. »
– Jordan Robinson, leader of Saint-Quentin
The keys to the match
To hope to win, Bourg will have to maintain his high pace in attack while avoiding the air gaps which have sometimes cost him dearly this season. It will also be necessary to contain Robinson’s attacks, forcing him to take a lot of difficult shots.
On the Saint-Quentinois side, the objective will be to impose its defense and its rhythm to “thwart” the locals. Offensively, it will be necessary to find relays for Robinson to share responsibilities and keep freshness in the money-time.
Our prediction: a close match but a slight advantage in Bourg
Everything indicates that this match will be extremely competitive between two teams neck and neck. Bourg will have the advantage of hosting but Saint-Quentin is not afraid of traveling.
In the last minutes, we can think that the experience and skill of Bressan executives like Sulaimon could make the difference. Our prediction: a victory for Bourg-en-Bresse by a narrow head, with less than 5 points difference.
The challenge: the podium in sight
Victory will count double in this summit match. Beyond the points, the winner will send a message to his direct competitors for the podium.
“We know that there is more behind this match than the 2 points of victory. It’s almost a play-off match in terms of intensity and stakes. »
– Erman Kunter, coach of Bourg-en-Bresse
As we enter the second half of the season, a victory against a direct rival can give a huge dose of confidence and show the way forward on the road to the playoffs.
See you Friday evening for a very high level duel between Bourg-en-Bresse and Saint-Quentin. These are perhaps the first major maneuvers of the Betclic Elite 2024-2025 which will be played out on the Bressan floor!
