Monaco become first EuroCup team to qualify for EuroLeague playoffs / News - Basketnews.com

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With tonight's Anadolu Efes win over ALBA Berlin, not only did the Turkish side secure a spot in the playoffs but also gave the same ticket to AS Monaco.

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For Monaco, this is a historical moment since they became the first team coming from the EuroCup to qualify for the EuroLeague playoffs in their first season in the competition.

Since the arrival of coach Sasa Obradovic on the bench, the French club changed pace and was able to bounce back after a difficult period.

The decision to increase considerably the budget of the team from last season definitely paid dividends for Monaco, qualifying for the playoffs, they also secured their spot in the Euroleague for next season, as stated by the Euroleague bylaws.

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