Match Report: Chalons-Reims 83–77 Aix‑Maurienne
Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro B – 16 May 2026

Chalons-Reims held off a gritty Aix‑Maurienne side to claim an 83–77 home victory at the Complexe Sportif René Tys. The hosts controlled the game for most of the night, building a double‑digit lead in the third quarter before surviving a late scare.

Match Overview

The game was tight early, but Chalons-Reims pulled away with a 22–14 second quarter. Aix‑Maurienne refused to fade, trimming the lead to four points with three minutes remaining, but the home side made enough free throws and defensive stops to secure the win.

Key Moments

• Second quarter separation: A 12–2 run to close the first half gave Chalons-Reims a 43–33 lead at the break.
• Aix’s fourth‑quarter charge: The visitors opened the fourth with an 8–0 run, cutting the deficit to 67–63. But Chalons-Reims responded with a crucial three‑pointer and never let Aix get closer.
• Free‑throw shooting down the stretch: Chalons-Reims converted 10 of 12 free throws in the final two minutes to ice the game.

Standout Performers

Chalons-Reims’ shooting guard led all scorers with 26 points, including five three‑pointers. Aix‑Maurienne’s point guard nearly recorded a triple‑double (15 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists) but his team’s 16 turnovers proved costly.

Season Implications

The victory keeps Chalons-Reims firmly in the playoff picture, while Aix‑Maurienne remains stuck in the lower half of the Pro B standings. The loss is particularly damaging for Aix, who have now dropped four of their last five games.