It’s a new start for the Élan Béarnais. This time, it is the American Justin Bibbins who leaves the ship, he announces it this Tuesday, June 14 on his social networks. He does so the day after a similar statement, that of Brandon Jefferson. Arrived in 2020, the leader was coming to the end of his contract. Other departures, including that of captain Jérémy Leloup, are expected.
A news that comes the day when the Élan Béarnais passes in front of the DNCG, the financial policeman of French basketball. It is recalled that the American owners will have to fill a deficit estimated between two and three million euros. Depending on the findings of the DNCG, the club’s budget and payroll will be higher or lower next season, and recruitment depends on it.