Asvel defeats Paris in EuroLeague derby

On the evening of October 7, 2026, the fourth round of the EuroLeague basketball tournament opened with a French domestic clash in Paris. ASVEL Villeurbanne secured a narrow 98-96 victory over Paris, marking their second win of the season. Despite a strong start from Paris, who led 21-14 after the first quarter, ASVEL mounted a comeback during the second quarter. The match remained highly competitive throughout, with both sides trading leads before the visitors pulled ahead at halftime with a score of 43-46.

This game was particularly significant for both teams as they sought to improve their standings early in the season. Paris had recently shown promise with a victory over Zalgiris, while ASVEL aimed to bounce back following heavy defeats against Valencia and Panathinaikos. The match highlighted ASVEL's perimeter shooting effectiveness, as they converted key shots to overcome the early pressure applied by the Paris frontcourt players, such as Johnson and Herrera. Both teams continue their EuroLeague campaigns as the tournament progresses with further fixtures scheduled throughout the week.