Saint-Chamond edged Evreux 89-86 in a tightly contested Ligue Nationale de Basket Pro B matchup on October 17, 2026. The home side built a narrow advantage in the third quarter and then survived a late Evreux rally, securing a win that carries real weight in the French second division’s promotion race.

Match Overview

Played at the Halle André Boulloche, the game was a tactical battle between two teams familiar with each other’s systems. Saint-Chamond used their size inside to control the paint, while Evreux relied on quick ball movement and three-point shooting. The teams were tied 45-45 at halftime, but Saint-Chamond’s 24-19 third quarter gave them just enough breathing room.

Quarter-by-Quarter

• First quarter: Saint-Chamond 22, Evreux 20
• Second quarter: Saint-Chamond 23, Evreux 25
• Third quarter: Saint-Chamond 24, Evreux 19
• Fourth quarter: Saint-Chamond 20, Evreux 22
• Final score: Saint-Chamond 89, Evreux 86

Key Moments

Trailing by eight with just over three minutes remaining, Evreux mounted a determined comeback. A pair of three-pointers and a steal-and-score cut the lead to two with 40 seconds left. Saint-Chamond, however, stayed calm at the free-throw line, making six of their final eight attempts. Evreux had one last look to tie, but a contested three-pointer from the wing rimmed out as the buzzer sounded.

Standout Performances

Saint-Chamond’s backcourt leader finished with 19 points and five assists, controlling the tempo in the fourth quarter. Their center was dominant on the glass, recording 16 points and 11 rebounds, including four offensive boards that led to second-chance points. Evreux’s best player scored 24 points, while their point guard added 15 points and eight assists. The visitors shot well from deep but were undone by 14 turnovers.

What It Means

This is an important result in the LNB Pro B standings, where playoff seeding and promotion ambitions are decided by narrow margins. Saint-Chamond’s ability to win a close game at home reinforces their credentials as a contender. Evreux leave with a moral victory but no points, and they will need to tighten their late-game decision-making if they are to climb the table. The head-to-head edge now belongs to Saint-Chamond.