Paris Basketball extends winning streak under Julius Thomas with dominant victory over Milan

Hifi orchestrates dominant first half

Paris Basketball took control from the opening tip, building a commanding 64-41 halftime lead after extending their advantage to as much as 27 points (61-34). This crushing dominance appeared to put the Parisians in complete control, though Milan would mount a spirited comeback attempt.

Nadir Hifi was the architect of this victory with 25 points, making several decisive plays during crucial moments to maintain the gap. The French guard perfectly orchestrated Paris Basketball’s offense, proving particularly effective during his team’s dominant first half performance.

Nadir Hifi draws the foul on the run and hits the circus three! 🎪#MotorolaMagicMoment @Moto I @ParisBasketball pic.twitter.com/X94952V2B3

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Milan’s dramatic comeback falls short

The third quarter marked a turning point in the contest. Milan clawed back to within 11 points (87-76) before opening the final period with an impressive 11-1 run that reignited Italian hopes. A dunk from Devin Booker and a 3-point shot from Armoni Brooks (20 points) brought the visitors within a single point (88-87) with six and a half minutes remaining.

However, Paris Basketball responded at the crucial moment. Amath M’Baye provided breathing room with a clutch 3-pointer, followed by another basket from Hifi (93-87). Sebastian Herrara added two free throws for a decisive 7-0 run (95-87), before M’Baye delivered the final blow with his 19th point and three minutes on the clock (99-87).

This defeat definitively eliminates Milan, who drop to 17 wins and 18 losses, sitting two victories behind the play-in line with only three games remaining. Paris Basketball improves to 14 wins and 21 defeats, securing an impressive victory despite having no playoff implications for the French team.