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Nanterre have been playing great at the beginning of the season, regardless of the two defeats in a row. The one in Istanbul can hardly be considered a failure, quite the opposite, they gave a great resistance to the amazing Turkish team, and it left a great impression after the game. Nanterre failed in the home team against Le Mans, but they're a team that's ready to fight for a high placement, and that can defeat anyone in the league. Orleans started the season great, but I think they'll be put down today. Herve himself said after the first four wins that is' more of a fruit of the mental strength of his players, rather than them being dominant in the league. Orleans got away in most of their games, winning two through injury time, and were left 15 points behind Orthez. Last week, they defeated Cholet with 18 three-pointers and the incredible 52% of shots. Today, they can hardly do it again, Nanterre know where the biggest danger is coming from, and they'll start with a lot more intensity on the Orleans' backcourt. The guests are a team of three-pointers, and they depend on the backcourt a lot, so they have big problems if they're limited in that part. You could see it against Limoges (10/31 three pointers). Besides, Curti not playing is an extra blow for their already limited roster. Nanterre confirmed their quality on their home court this season, crushing Budivelnik, ASVEL, Antibes, almost defeating CSKA, and I think they'll get a convincing win today. Two consecutive defeats, as well as the duel for the first position should be a great motivation for Donnadieu's players. Nanterre celebrated in both games on their own court in the last season, +15 last year, and they have more quality now than they did then. I think they'll get a new two-digits number win today.