A support assembly for an oblique introduction of force and an absorption of kinetic energy during an impact, especially for a motor vehicle, includes a supporting structure and a deformation element. The deformation element rests with at least one side against a support element on the support structure and has a honeycomb matrix body with a longitudinal axis and hollow chambers formed by walls. The deformation element is fixed to the support structure in such a way that at least a part of forces generated during in impact are introduced into the walls at an angle relative to the main direction in which the walls extend. A vehicle bumper system and a method of producing a deformation element are also provided.