Barcelona Forces Game 5 with Clutch Win Over Monaco

FC Barcelona held strong in a fiery finish at the Palau Blaugrana, edging AS Monaco 79-72 to even the EuroLeague Playoffs series at 2-2. A pair of free throws by Kevin Punter with 14.9 seconds left sealed the win and confirmed that the series will now head to a decisive Game 5.

Barcelona leaned on a standout performance from Jabari Parker, who poured in 22 points. Dario Brizuela added 17, while Punter chipped in 11, including the crucial final free throws. The Catalans controlled most of the game but had to fend off a second-half surge from Monaco, who scored 34 points after halftime.

Monaco showcased its firepower with Mike James scoring 16 points, Alpha Diallo contributing 13, and Matthew Strazel adding 10. Highlight-reel plays from Diallo, Daniel Theis, and Jaron Blossomgame kept the game tight, but Barcelona’s composure down the stretch made the difference.

Game 5 now awaits, where everything will be on the line.