All the latest Matthew Strazel news

France beat Sweden 84-69 in Stockholm on Sunday, August 30, 2026, as Victor Wembanyama outlasted Sweden's Pelle Larsson to push Les Bleus to 7-1 atop Group L in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers.

EUROLEAGUE - After a legendary end to his cycle capped with a national title, Mike James heads to Turkey. There he will reunite with his close friend Matthew Strazel to restore Anadolu Efes to its former glory.

Betclic Élite Finals — AS Monaco claimed its first-ever Betclic Élite title on June 23, 2026, defeating Paris Basketball 101-92 in a decisive Game 5 marked by controversy, a stunning fourth-quarter comeback, and standout performances from Jaron Blossomgame and Elie Okobo.

Betclic ELITE Finals – Monaco overwhelmed Paris Basketball 96-84 in Game 4, with Jaron Blossomgame and Kevarrius Hayes leading a relentless offensive and defensive performance that pushes the series to a decisive Game 5.

Betclic Elite Finals – Responding to their Game 1 defeat, the Roca Boys delivered a commanding 102-90 victory over Paris Basketball on June 17, evening the series at one game apiece. Matthew Strazel and Alpha Diallo led the charge with 22 points each, while Jaron Blossomgame provided the American firepower Monaco needed.

Betclic Elite Semifinals — Nanterre 92 erased a double-digit deficit in the final quarter to defeat AS Monaco 98-89 in Game 2, leveling the best-of-5 series at 1-1. A 36-18 run in the last period sealed a stunning road victory at the Salle Gaston Médecin.

Monaco 103, Nanterre 88 – Blossomgame's expanded playoff role and 30+ minutes of productive play underscores a widening talent gap in the Betclic ELITE semi-finals, where the deeper roster ultimately overwhelms a Nanterre side struggling to replicate its regular-season form.

Betclic ELITE Quarterfinals — With four players scoring 20 or more points, AS Monaco dispatched Bourg-en-Bresse 114-103 in Game 2, sweeping the series 2-0 with a performance that revealed the layers of their playoff ambitions.

EuroLeague Playoffs - AS Monaco suffered a disappointing 91-70 defeat to Olympiacos in Game 1 of their quarter-final series, with terrible 3-point shooting and lack of intensity proving costly against the Greek powerhouse at the Peace and Friendship Stadium.

EuroLeague - Crucial defeat for Roca Team against Dubai (91-101). Monaco sees their hopes of qualifying for the play-in diminish after this setback against a direct competitor during the 35th round of EuroLeague.

Resilience - Despite missing Mike James and Nikola Mirotic, AS Monaco Basketball overcame a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat Olimpia Milano, maintaining their playoff push with a spectacular 27-10 final period performance.

French National Team - Frédéric Fauthoux and the French national team are preparing in Nanterre for a decisive stretch against Hungary. Two games, Friday in Szombathely then Sunday in Le Mans, to position themselves ideally towards qualification for the 2027 World Cup.

Leaders Cup - Matthew Strazel savored AS Monaco's victory in the 2026 Leaders Cup final against Le Mans (103-79). Already a SuperCup champion, the Monegasque point guard reflects on this new trophy, the team's cohesion, and the Roca Team's high ambitions for the end of the season.

EuroLeague - Back at Monaco after a suspension and doubts about his future, Mike James has extended until 2027. But the question of his role as captain remains open, while Matthew Strazel has clearly declined this responsibility.