Poitiers secured an intense match by winning 100–96 after overtime against Saint-Quentin, a Betclic Élite team.
An XXL battle, a tense finish, and a victory that perfectly kicks off their campaign.
Orléans secured a serious win and dominated Vichy 71–56 thanks to solid defense and perfectly controlled pace. A clean performance that lays the foundation for an ambitious series.
Nantes may have done the hardest part by winning 83–73 on Blois's court.
A first break that could weigh heavily in the series.
