Limoges Edge Nancy 79-77 in Nail-Biting LNB Pro A Finish

Limoges secured a dramatic 79-77 road win over Nancy in the Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro A on November 8, 2026, surviving a tense final minute to take both points. The game was close throughout, with neither side able to build a lasting double-digit lead.

Nancy fought back from a fourth-quarter deficit and had a chance to tie or win at the end, but Limoges made the decisive free throw and forced a difficult final shot that rimmed out. The two-point margin reflected how evenly matched the teams were for most of the night.

Match Overview

Limoges led 21-19 after the first quarter, and the teams went into halftime tied at 41-41. Limoges edged ahead with a 22-18 third quarter to lead 63-59, then held on through a nervy fourth in which Nancy outscored them 18-16 but could not complete the comeback.

• Quarter scores: Nancy 19-21, 22-20, 18-22, 18-16 Limoges
• Halftime: Nancy 41-41 Limoges
• Final: Nancy 77-79 Limoges

Key Moments

The game’s biggest swing came midway through the third quarter, when Limoges used an 8-0 run to turn a 51-49 deficit into a 57-51 lead. Nancy responded with a 6-0 burst of their own to tie the game at 57-57, setting up a tense finish.

In the final minute, Limoges led 78-75 before Nancy made two free throws to cut the deficit to one. Limoges added a free throw, and Nancy’s final three-point attempt from the wing missed, allowing the visitors to escape with the win.

Tactical Story

This was a half-court battle decided by small details. Limoges shot 46% from the field and committed 15 turnovers, but they made enough free throws and controlled the defensive glass in the final minutes. Their 19 assists showed good ball movement against a compact Nancy defense.

Nancy shot 44% overall and 8-of-24 from three-point range. They won the rebounding battle 35-33 but struggled to convert late possessions. Limoges’ ability to get to the free-throw line and convert in the closing seconds proved to be the difference.

Standout Performances

Limoges’ starting guard led the team with 20 points and 6 assists, repeatedly finding gaps in Nancy’s defense. Their center added 14 points and 12 rebounds, providing a steady interior presence. The visiting bench also contributed timely baskets in the third quarter.

Nancy’s leading forward finished with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while their guard added 16 points. Nancy had chances late, but a missed three-pointer at the buzzer left them just short.

What the Result Means

The narrow road win gives Limoges valuable momentum in the LNB Pro A standings and highlights their ability to execute under pressure. For Nancy, the loss is a painful one after a strong comeback, but the performance showed they can compete in tight games against quality opposition.

Limoges will look to build on their late-game composure, while Nancy must find ways to convert key possessions in the final two minutes.