Recap

In a captivating display at the Colisée de Laval, Akatsuki triumphed over Compton Magic with a final score of 29-21, underscoring their dominance in D1 Season 4. Led by Miky Baril, who put up a stellar 11 points, Akatsuki exploited their rebounding advantage and solidified their defense to secure a convincing win.

The game saw Akatsuki capitalizing on their shooting ability, converting 40% of their field goals, including an impressive 35.7% from beyond the arc. In contrast, Compton Magic struggled to find their rhythm, managing just 29% shooting from the field with zero successful three-pointers in ten attempts. Despite their offensive woes, Compton’s commitment to defense was evident with five steals throughout the match, but it wasn’t enough to counter Akatsuki’s fluid gameplay and inside presence.

The rebounding margin also played a critical role as Akatsuki outworked Compton on the boards, 22-16, with Mariano Alogon contributing a notable eight rebounds. Both teams maintained a tidy turnover count with zero turnovers for Akatsuki, presenting a sharply contrasted approach to ball control. While Compton made a valiant effort to stay in the game, trailing by as little as three points in the early second half, Akatsuki’s solid defense and timely scoring runs allowed them to pull away decisively.

### Highlights:

• Miky Baril led Akatsuki with 11 points, showcasing his offensive skills.
• Akatsuki shot 40% from the field, significantly better than Compton’s 29%.
• Compton failed to make a three-pointer, ending with 0 for 10 from beyond the arc.
• Rebounding played a key role with Akatsuki dominating 22-16 on the boards.
• Both teams registered 5 assists, reflecting tight defensive efforts.
• Akatsuki maintained a perfect 0 turnovers throughout the game, spotlighting their efficiency.