NM1 Playoffs: Levallois Wins NM1 Title After Beating Mulhouse 82-75 in the Final
Levallois claimed the French third division championship defeating Mulouse Photo Credit: metropolitansbasketballclub
Levallois Métropolitans is the new NM1 champion. On June 21, 2026, the Île-de-France club sealed the French third division title with a convincing 82-75 victory over Mulhouse Mustangs. A well-deserved triumph for a team that controlled the final from start to finish, despite a stubborn Mulhouse side that never stopped fighting.
Kane Milling Leads Levallois to Glory
The standout performer of the night was undeniably Kane Milling. The Levallois forward posted a near-complete performance, finishing with 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists in 39 minutes on the floor. His ability to contribute at both ends of the court and his leadership in key moments proved decisive in securing the championship.
Milling was well supported by his teammates. Tarik Bruncevic added 12 points in just 23 minutes off the bench, while Jayson Tchicamboud delivered a strong all-around game with 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists in 25 minutes. Lionel Colson and Craig George Adzeh each chipped in 8 points, providing the depth and balance that defined Levallois throughout the contest.
Mulhouse Fought Hard But Fell Short
On the Mulhouse side, Marius Chambre was the main source of energy, finishing as the game’s top scorer with 20 points and 6 assists in 31 minutes. The guard gave everything he had, but it was not enough to turn the tide against a well-organized Levallois defense.
Patrick Kazumba Mwamba also had a solid outing, contributing 15 points and 7 rebounds in 29 minutes, while Patrick Samoura battled hard on the boards with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Golle Dembélé and Mahes Montout each added 9 and 8 points respectively, but the collective effort from Mulhouse ultimately fell seven points short of a historic title.
The final score of 82-75 reflects a game that was competitive throughout, yet never truly in doubt in the closing stages. Levallois showed the composure and depth expected of a championship-caliber team, converting their opportunities when it mattered most.
With this NM1 title, Levallois earns promotion and the right to compete at a higher level starting in the 2025-2026 season. A major achievement for the club and a reward for the work put in throughout what proved to be a memorable campaign.
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