Monaco collect their first win of the season thanks to a wonderful second half that nullified shaky period in initial 20 minutes. Matthew Strazel led the way in a 77-65 win with 17 points.
Monaco Basket collect their first win of the season beating Strasbourg in Round 2 of LNB 77-65 [19-24, 16-16, 20-12, 22-13].
Monaco started poor once again like in the last round against Saint-Quentin, but bounced back with a terrific second half.
Matthew Strazel replaced Mike James quite well today, being Monaco's top scorer with 17 points.
Elie Okobo and Jaron Blossomgame were also in double-digits with 16 and 14 points respectively, Mam Jaiteh had 8 points in addition to 10 rebounds.
Furkan Korkmaz made his debut for Monaco, he had 5 points, 3 rebounds and an assist, shooting 1/6 for 3 in 20 minutes played.
Brice Dessert would be the Man of the match had Strasbourg won the game, with 21 points and 8 rebounds.
Dessert needed more help, his best team-mates were Dominic Artis with 11 points and 7 assists, and Malik Fitts with 5 points and 7 rebounds.
Monaco will start their EuroLeague campaign next week at home against Olimpia Milano.
Monaco: Matthew Strazel 17 (2/7 3PT), Elie Okobo 16 (1/6 3PT), Jaron Blossomgame 14 (4/7 2PT), Mam Jaiteh 8 (10 REB)
Strasbourg: Brice Dessert 21 (8 REB), Dominic Artis 11 (7 AST), Malik Fitts 5 (7 REB)
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