Le Havre 94-79 Fos Ouest: Pro B Firepower on Display

Le Havre produced a high-powered offensive performance in the Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro B on October 10, 2026, defeating Fos Ouest 94-79. The home side controlled the game from the second quarter onward, using sharp ball movement and accurate three-point shooting to pull away. The win gives Le Havre a valuable boost in the Pro B standings and reinforces their reputation as one of the league’s most entertaining teams.

Fos Ouest stayed competitive early, but they could not match Le Havre’s scoring pace over four quarters. The visitors had no answer for Le Havre’s transition attack and conceded over 90 points for one of the first times this season. The final margin of 15 points was a fair reflection of the home side’s superiority.

Match Overview

Le Havre came out firing, taking the first quarter 25-18. Fos Ouest responded with a stronger second period, but Le Havre still won it 23-21 to take a 48-39 halftime lead. The third quarter was the decisive one: Le Havre outscored Fos Ouest 26-17 to build a 74-56 advantage. The visitors won the final quarter 23-20, but the game had long since been decided.

• First quarter: Le Havre 25-18
• Second quarter: Le Havre 23-21
• Third quarter: Le Havre 26-17
• Fourth quarter: Fos Ouest 23-20
• Final: Le Havre 94-79 Fos Ouest

Key Moments

The game turned in the first five minutes of the third quarter. Leading 48-39 at halftime, Le Havre opened the second half with a 14-4 run, capped by back-to-back three-pointers from the wing. Fos Ouest called timeout, but Le Havre’s momentum was unstoppable. Another 8-0 run later in the quarter pushed the lead to 22 points and effectively sealed the result.

Fos Ouest showed some fight in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to 12 points with three minutes remaining. But Le Havre’s veteran guard hit a clutch mid-range jumper and then found a teammate for an open corner three, ending any comeback hopes.

Tactical Story

Le Havre’s offense was a model of efficiency. They moved the ball side to side, attacked closeouts, and generated open looks from beyond the arc. The team finished with over 20 assists and shot better than 40 percent from three-point range. Fos Ouest, by contrast, relied too heavily on isolation basketball and turned the ball over at critical moments.

Defensively, Le Havre were not perfect, but they did enough to disrupt Fos Ouest’s half-court sets. Their ability to switch on screens kept the visitors from finding easy mismatches in the paint. On the boards, Le Havre held a slight edge, which helped them control the pace of the game.

Standout Players

Le Havre’s starting guard was the best player on the floor, finishing with 24 points and 6 assists. Their forward added 18 points and 8 rebounds, while the center chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. The bench provided 22 points, including three timely three-pointers. For Fos Ouest, a talented wing scored 22 points, but he received limited support from his teammates. Their second-leading scorer managed only 13 points.

Pro B Standings Impact

The win lifts Le Havre in the Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro B standings and strengthens their case for a top playoff seed. Fos Ouest remain a dangerous opponent but will need to improve their defensive consistency to move up the table. The head-to-head result could be important if both teams are fighting for the same positions later in the season.

What’s Next

Le Havre will look to maintain their offensive rhythm in their next Pro B fixture. Fos Ouest return home aiming to correct their defensive issues. For Le Havre, this was a statement win that showcased their scoring depth and playoff potential.