AS Monaco Falls to Red Star Belgrade in EuroLeague Home Game Defeat

In a critical EuroLeague encounter on Tuesday, AS Monaco was dealt a stinging 90-98 defeat at home by Red Star Belgrade. Despite initially taking the lead, Monaco faltered in the second half as Red Star's seasoned player Milos Teodosic landed crucial three-pointers towards the game's conclusion, securing a strong lead for his team. This loss, Monaco's second at home this season, places them at a precarious five wins and four losses, intensifying the pressure as they head into subsequent matches against Vitoria and Asvel.

Monaco's top performers, Mike James and Elie Okobo, each scored 20 points, yet their efforts fell short of bridging the gap created by Red Star's surge in the later stages of the match. The team's challenges were compounded by the absence of key players due to injuries and adjustments in the roster, notably the continued absence of playmaker Nick Calathes and the unavailability of new signee Furkan Korkmaz.

The loss underscores a crucial juncture for Coach Sasa Obradovic's squad as they aim to recuperate and bolster their standing in the EuroLeague. With pivotal games on the horizon, Monaco must regroup and refocus if they are to sustain their ambitions in the fiercely competitive tournament.