Cholet & Dijon’s Heartbreak at Fiba Europe Cup Final Gates
- Dreams of European glory were dashed for two French basketball clubs as Cholet and Dijon were eliminated from the FIBA Europe Cup playoffs.
- PAOK Thessaloniki secured a spot in the FIBA Europe Cup final after a dramatic 90-88 overtime victory against Cholet Basket.
- Dijon entered their game against Bilbao Basket with a notable advantage after winning the first leg at home, 77-58.
PAOK, Bilbao Advance to FIBA Europe Cup Final; French Teams Fall Short
Table of Contents
- PAOK, Bilbao Advance to FIBA Europe Cup Final; French Teams Fall Short
- FIBA Europe Cup: Key Takeaways and What’s Next
- Who Advanced to the FIBA Europe Cup Final?
- How Did PAOK Secure Their Final Berth?
- What Led to Dijon’s Defeat?
- When is the FIBA Europe Cup Final?
- What Does the FIBA Europe Cup Twitter Account Say About the Final?
- What Can We Expect in the Final?
- Which French Teams Are Still in European Competitions?
- What are the Schedules of the French Teams?
- How to Watch European Basketball Competitions?
- Summary of key Matchups
- Where Can I find more information?
Dreams of European glory were dashed for two French basketball clubs as Cholet and Dijon were eliminated from the FIBA Europe Cup playoffs. Both teams experienced heartbreaking defeats in their respective matchups, preventing an all-French final.
PAOK Edges Cholet in Overtime Thriller
PAOK Thessaloniki secured a spot in the FIBA Europe Cup final after a dramatic 90-88 overtime victory against Cholet Basket. Cholet, coached by Fabrice Lefrançois, lost after leading in the first leg (89-88). Frank Bartley’s buzzer-beating three-pointer for PAOK forced overtime. The aggregate score was 177-178.
Dijon Falters Against Bilbao in Fourth Quarter Collapse
Dijon entered their game against Bilbao Basket with a notable advantage after winning the first leg at home, 77-58. however, needing to avoid a loss by more than 19 points in Spain, Dijon collapsed in the final quarter. According to reports, the team, coached by Laurent Legname, was only down by four points at the start of the fourth quarter before Bilbao went on a 20-0 run. bilbao won the game 97-68, outscoring Dijon 41-16 in the fourth quarter.
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— FIBA Europe Cup (@FIBAEuropeCup) April 2, 2025
looking Ahead: Other French Teams in European Competition
While Cholet and Dijon’s FIBA Europe Cup runs have ended, other French teams remain active in European competitions. Paris and Monaco are scheduled to play crucial Euroleague games this Thursday against Real Madrid and Panathinaikos, respectively. Nanterre is set to begin their BCL quarterfinal series next Wednesday against AEK Athens.
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FIBA Europe Cup: Key Takeaways and What’s Next
This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of recent FIBA Europe Cup playoff action. We’ll explore the upsets, analyze the key moments, and look ahead to the next stages of European basketball competition.
Who Advanced to the FIBA Europe Cup Final?
Two teams have secured their spots in the FIBA Europe Cup final: PAOK Thessaloniki and Bilbao Basket. Both teams overcame their opponents in dramatic fashion.
How Did PAOK Secure Their Final Berth?
PAOK Thessaloniki edged out cholet basket in a thrilling overtime victory.
Final Score: 90-88 (Overtime)
Key moment: frank Bartley’s buzzer-beating three-pointer for PAOK that forced overtime.
Aggregate Score: 177-178.
Cholet Coach: fabrice Lefrançois
Though Cholet led in the first leg of the matchup with a score of 89-88, PAOK managed to win the overall series.
What Led to Dijon’s Defeat?
Dijon suffered a devastating loss against Bilbao Basket, collapsing in the final quarter.
First leg Advantage: Dijon won the first leg at home, 77-58.
Unfortunate Collapse: Dijon needed to avoid losing by more than 19 points in Spain. They were only down by four points at the start of the fourth quarter. A 20-0 run by Bilbao in the final quarter sealed Dijon’s fate.
final Score: Bilbao won 97-68, outscoring Dijon 41-16 in the fourth quarter.
Dijon coach: Laurent Legname
When is the FIBA Europe Cup Final?
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What Does the FIBA Europe Cup Twitter Account Say About the Final?
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The official FIBA Europe Cup account is already hyping up a showdown between the “black & white sides,” referring to the colors of Bilbao Basket and PAOK.
What Can We Expect in the Final?
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Which French Teams Are Still in European Competitions?
Despite Cholet and Dijon’s elimination, several other French teams remain active in European competitions.
What are the Schedules of the French Teams?
here’s a quick look at the upcoming games for the remaining French teams:
Paris: scheduled to play a Euroleague game this Thursday against Real Madrid.
Monaco: Also playing a crucial Euroleague game this thursday, facing Panathinaikos.
* Nanterre: Will begin their BCL (Basketball Champions League) quarterfinal series next Wednesday against AEK Athens.
How to Watch European Basketball Competitions?
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Summary of key Matchups
Here’s a quick comparison of the key matchups and their scores:
| Matchup | First Leg Score | Second Leg Score (Overtime if applicable) | Aggregate Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholet Basket vs. PAOK Thessaloniki | Cholet 89, PAOK 88 | PAOK 90, Cholet 88 (Overtime) | PAOK 178, Cholet 177 |
| Dijon Basket vs. Bilbao Basket | dijon 77, Bilbao 58 | Bilbao 97, Dijon 68 | Bilbao Wins on Aggregate |
Where Can I find more information?
For more detailed information, check out the official FIBA Europe Cup website or follow the teams’ social media channels.