Barça stumbles twice over the same stone: ARA's Instant Replay

BarcelonaBarça squandered a 16-point lead and, for the second time this season, lost to UCAM Murcia (84-83). Kevin Punter and Jan Veselý missed two shots on Barça's final possession. "In the last quarter, we missed five free throws, two layups, and a game-winning shot. We missed relatively easy opportunities," lamented Xavi Pascual. The Catalan team suffered its third consecutive defeat.

Valencia Basket halts Hiopos Lleida

Hiopos Lleida couldn't pull off an upset at Valencia Basket (101-65). The Lleida team couldn't extend their three-game winning streak at the Roig Arena. The absences of Golomán and Ejim were very noticeable against an opponent that was accurate from three-point range (17/36). The third quarter was the only one in which the visitors were able to limit the scoring pace of Pedro Martínez's men.

Unicaja survives the spirit of the Nuevo Congost

Unicaja survived the indomitable spirit of Baxi Manresa (92-98). When the Malaga team had victory in hand, Diego Ocampo's mixed defenses sowed doubts in the visiting team. The home team played a great game, but couldn't contain Kendrick Perry in the decisive moments. After eight weeks out, Dani Pérez reappeared and dished out five assists in nineteen minutes of play.

Livingston extends Girona's winning streak

An epic finish by Otis Livingston, who scored nine points in the final two minutes, allowed Baloncesto Girona to defeat Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos (77-71) and secure their third consecutive victory. Joventut, on the other hand, lost on the road to Surne Bilbao Basket (80-76). Joventut's hopes faded during a final quarter in which they managed to convert only one of their 17 field goal attempts.