Le Mans dominates Limoges in preparation game (+30)

Le Mans Sarthe Basket dominated Limoges (96-66) on Wednesday evening during the Pro Stars tournament in La Baule. Still undefeated in preseason, MSB confirms its excellent team dynamics.

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MSB continues its momentum

Le Mans never wavered against Limoges. From the first quarter, Guillaume Vizade’s players imposed their rhythm (26-18), relying on their defense and excellent outside shooting. Trevor Hudgins played leader again (24 points on 5/7 three-pointers, 28 evaluation), well supported by Shannon Bogues (13 points) and Lucas Duféal (12 points).

Despite Ugo Doumbia’s absence, who was rested, MSB led throughout the game. At halftime, the gap was already significant (47-36), before the Sarthe team shifted to higher gear after the break (66-42, 25th minute).

Limoges weakened and powerless

Missing Mamadou Guissé and Léon Stergar, who are at EuroBasket, as well as Nikola Jovanovic, who is injured, CSP struggled on both ends of the court. Gavin Ware (18 points) was one of the few to stay afloat, but the Limoges team lost too many balls and lacked accuracy to compete. Nicolas Lang and his teammates never managed to ignite the game.

Le Mans’ youth gaining confidence

With a large lead in the last quarter (76-50), Guillaume Vizade gave responsibilities to his young players. Bastien Grasshoff (10 points) and newcomer Lucas Dufeal (12 points) stood out, making the most of their playing time.

« We train them and consider them fully. The preseason is an opportunity for them to gain confidence and improve, » Guillaume Vizade emphasized to Maine Libre after the game.

MSB will continue on Friday in Angers against Cholet, trying to extend their perfect preseason record.