Match Report: Antibes 86–93 Caen
Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro B – 16 May 2026

Caen upset Antibes on the road, securing a 93–86 victory at the Azur Arena in a tightly contested Pro B encounter. The visitors used a strong final quarter to overcome a stubborn Antibes side and claim their third consecutive win.

Match Overview

The game featured eight lead changes and was deadlocked at 68–68 heading into the fourth quarter. Caen’s composure down the stretch proved decisive, as they outscored Antibes 25–18 in the final period, thanks to timely three-pointers and clutch free‑throw shooting.

Key Moments

• Third quarter run: Antibes built a seven-point lead midway through the third, but Caen erased it with a 10–0 burst to level the score.
• Fourth quarter separation: A 9–2 run early in the fourth gave Caen a lead they would not relinquish. Antibes never got closer than four points in the final two minutes.
• Free‑throw clinic: Caen shot 20-of-22 from the line, including 12-of-12 in the fourth quarter.

Standout Performers

Caen’s point guard orchestrated the offense masterfully, finishing with 17 points and 11 assists. Antibes’ center posted a double-double (22 points, 14 rebounds) but could not prevent the loss. Caen’s bench outscored Antibes’ reserves 28–12, a key factor in the result.

Season Implications

Caen continues its climb up the Pro B ladder, now sitting just outside the playoff spots. For Antibes, the defeat is a setback in their quest for a top‑four finish, dropping them a game behind the leaders.