Montero's Record Shatters EuroLeague Playoffs

Jean Montero of Valencia Basket has been recognized as the EuroLeague MVP of the Round for Game 4 of the Playoffs. In a pivotal game where his team trailed 1-2 in the series, Montero delivered a historic performance. He recorded a playoff-record PIR of 45, guiding Valencia to a crucial 86-89 road victory against Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens. This remarkable PIR is the highest recorded in a playoff game since the format's inception in the 2004-05 season and ties for the highest in any EuroLeague postseason game this century.

Montero's exceptional stat line included a career-high-tying 29 points, alongside 7 rebounds and 7 assists. His efficiency was notable, making 5-of-6 two-pointers, 4-of-6 three-pointers, and a perfect 7-of-7 from the free-throw line. He also contributed 3 steals and drew 8 fouls. Other notable performances in Game 4 included Dan Oturu and Vasilije Micic of Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv, and Khem Birch of Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul, who also achieved significant individual highs.