Pro B: Poitiers Basket was able to change to win at Hyères-Toulon

And three! Poitiers Basket 86 has its third victory in all competitions, after success against Hebrew last week (86-74), then the opposition a fernTuesday, in the Coupe de France (63-82). Friday September 27, 2024, the Poitevins left Hyères-Toulon with a deserved victory (79-87) that will take them into the top 10 of Pro B.

Despite the first half where they were pushed around, especially physically, Kévin Harley’s partners were able to stay in touch before taking advantage in the second half. “At first, we didn’t know how to implement what the coaches asked us to do. “analyzes Imanol Prot, PB 86 player. “However, once we settled down and put the defensive systems in place, especially controlling rebounds, we were able to improve our game, come back and get ahead. »

A multifaceted attack

The Poitiers players knew how to win by adapting and taking what their opponent gave them. Ignored the accuracy of the outside, well defended by the Varois, then put the players in the paint, because the Poitevins knew how to flex their muscles and respond to the Toulonnais , especially thanks to the 2.18 m of the Guadeloupean pivot Jonathan Jeanne, very often. found his player after a pick and roll. At 27 years old, he was the leader on Friday with twenty points, but also with eight rebounds and one block. “After that, it also depends on what the opposition is offering. They probably targeted our external address, which freed up other options.”explains PB coach Andy Thornton-Jones. “It’s not that simple to say whether we were skilled or not. You have to make the right choices based on what the protection offers. We scored 87 points, so we managed to find offensive solutions. It doesn’t matter if it’s in, out or free throws, we have to take what we get. »

“alchemies are created”

An even better scorer on Friday night with 21 points, despite some critical shots and a lack of skill with just 6 of 16 shooting, Canadian guard Jahvon Blair once again showed that he is a leader and that he took on roles in a group that was now well established, according to teammate Imanol Prot. “This is the fourth official game but we also had preparatory meetings. We are together every day. The employers have changed a lot. And we, the veterans, integrated them well, the workers also did what was necessary. Everyone knows each other well now and chemistry is being created. I think they will be seen on the pitch, and that is what is important. » So much general progress that needs to be confirmed on Tuesday, when the Châlons-Reims team came that has not yet won a single game.