Villeurbanne Returns to Winning Ways with Win over Partizan

Villeurbanne returned to winning ways in the Euroleague by beating Partizan 82-75. The home side improved its record to 3 wins and 5 losses, gaining an important morale boost after losing three straight games. Partizan, with a record of 4 wins and 4 losses, lost the game.

In the match played in France, Partizan had moved ahead 58 69. When Vildoza's three-pointer cut the gap to 11 points, Villeurbanne's momentum grew, and with 6 minutes and 21 seconds left in the game, they put together a 24-point run. This stretch produced the biggest margin of the game.

In the final period, the home team, trailing 65 73, scored 15 straight points with 4 minutes and 22 seconds remaining. Bolomboy's dunk and Mills' six-point contribution were key parts of this run. When the lead reached 80 73, the game came under Villeurbanne's control.

In individual performances, 38-year-old guard Mills scored 14 points, sharing top scoring honors on the floor with Tremont Waters. Waters also recorded 7 assists and 3 rebounds. Bolomboy added 12 points and 4 rebounds. For Partizan, Kevarius Hayes stood out with 15 points and 8 rebounds, while Lamar Stevens had 13 points and 5 rebounds.

Villeurbanne will face Basconia next Friday at 8:00 PM. At the same time, Partizan will be away at Zalgiris Kaunas.