Paris Basketball French Champion 2025: a historic triumph at the Adidas Arena
Summary
Paris Basketball became French Champion 2025, winning its very first Betclic Elite title after a spectacular victory against AS Monaco (99-93) in game 5. A turning point for the Parisian club and a great basketball moment.
A breathtaking final
Fueled by a boiling Adidas Arena, the final offered a scenario worthy of the greatest sports thrillers. Trailing by 8 points entering the last quarter (81-73), the Parisians turned the tide in the last ten minutes, thanks to a shining T.J. Shorts (27 points, including 11 in the clutch time) and a clutch Nadir Hifi (16 points). This duo exploded the Monaco defense at key moments.
Paris withstands Monaco’s furious comeback
Everything seemed decided in the first half when Paris led by 17 points (40-23), before Monaco, led by a resurgent Jordan Loyd (17 points), caught up. The Monégasques even took the lead in the 3rd quarter, guided by Terry Tarpey and Elie Okobo, but a controversial technical foul called on Strazel changed the momentum. After that, Paris rolled on.
The symbol of a rapid rise
Founded in 2018, Paris Basketball went from Pro B to French champion in barely seven years. In between? A victory in the Leaders Cup (2024), a EuroCup title, a EuroLeague quarterfinal in its first participation, and a French Cup. All before topping it off with the 2025 championship.
A victory with a special taste
This title is not just a trophy, it’s the pinnacle of a project that transformed Paris into a stronghold of French basketball. In a tight final from start to finish, every detail counted: the Parisians were more accurate from 3-point range (13/34 vs. 8/24) and drew twice as many free throws. Tiago Splitter, coach and ex-NBA player, can savor: “These guys are special. Their mentality is different.”
5-star courtside
Impossible to miss the showbiz side of this final. The Adidas Arena also vibrated off the court, with a five-star courtside: Zola, rapper and club loyalist, was there to support the capital, alongside Miss France 2025, Angélique Angarni-Filopon, who came in queen mode.
The essentials Mister V (Yvick) and Théo Juice, regulars of the front rows, energized the crowd throughout the match. And in high-level sports mode, Joan-Benjamin Gaba, world champion and Olympic medalist, was also part of the event. Cherry on the court: the presence of actor Omar Sy, new co-owner of the club, who vibed with the crowd until the final buzzer.
Halftime show by AMK: the outsider ignites the Adidas Arena
The show didn’t stop at the second quarter buzzer. At halftime, the Adidas Arena vibrated to the rhythm of an exclusive showcase by AMK, a Parisian rapper from the 15th arrondissement. Revealed to the public thanks to his participation in season 3 of Nouvelle École on Netflix, where he reached the semifinals, AMK captivated attention with his impactful style and his striking track "THUG".
After a sold-out concert at La Cigale on April 24, 2025, AMK recently announced the imminent release of his new album "OUTSIDER", whose first part, titled "OUT.", is scheduled for June 27.
This halftime show perfectly illustrated Paris Basketball’s ambition to blend sport and urban culture, offering an immersive experience to its fans. With rising stars like AMK, the club asserts its identity and commitment to the Parisian artistic scene.
Paris Basketball: a team built to last?
The future will tell if this victory marks the beginning of a reign or the peak of an era. What is certain is that Paris Basketball hit hard. With a fiery fanbase, a brand-new arena, and a young and ambitious roster, the capital can dream bigger.
An unforgettable night in Paris
The images of the celebration at the Adidas Arena speak for themselves: players, staff, supporters... all united around a historic achievement. Paris had never been crowned in elite. It’s done. And it’s deserved.