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Maledon's Masterclass: Real Madrid Secures Thrilling 1-Point Win
22 Nov
Summary
- Theo Maledon's 25 points in under 22 minutes led Real Madrid to a 100-99 victory.
- Justin Robinson scored a game-high 35 points for Paris Basketball in a losing effort.
- Sylvain Francisco achieved a career-high 33 points and 11 assists for Žalgiris.
Theo Maledon spearheaded Real Madrid's thrilling 100-99 victory against Žalgiris Kaunas, earning him the Round 12 MVP. Maledon's exceptional display included 25 points in just under 22 minutes, complemented by nearly perfect shooting and 5 assists, marking his season's best performance.
Other players also shone brightly in this round. Justin Robinson of Paris Basketball recorded the highest PIR of 39 with 35 points, though his team fell to Olympiacos. Žalgiris' Sylvain Francisco matched his career-high with 33 points and set a new personal best with 11 assists, achieving a PIR of 37.
Kendrick Nunn and Sterling Brown both posted a PIR of 26, showcasing strong individual efforts. The round also saw leaders in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, with Francisco and Walter Tavares of Real Madrid achieving double-doubles.
