An unexpected solution for a Madrid hangover: the ARA's Instant Replay
Barça beat Burgos thanks to a basket by Nico Laprovittola
BarcelonaBarça overcame an eleven-point deficit on the road against Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos (79-80). Turnovers and rebounding problems hampered the Blaugrana, who rallied in the second half. Nico Laprovittola scored the decisive basket with six seconds remaining on a day when Kevin Punter missed all ten of his shots. "During the first half, we were still mentally in Madrid," said Xavi Pascual.
Girona Basketball learns to win away from home
Bàsquet Girona defeated Joventut Badalona, securing their second consecutive away victory (71-74). Moncho Fernández, who emphasized the team's collective play, implemented his game plan. Twenty turnovers and a poor three-point shooting percentage (14%) hampered Joventut, who reacted too late. Ricky Rubio missed the three-pointer that would have sent the game to overtime.
Record defeat for Baxi Manresa
Baxi Manresa suffered a record defeat at Kosner Baskonia's home court (130-85). The 74 points conceded in the first half left the visitors with no chance. Encouraged by the possibility of securing a top seed in the Copa del Rey, the Basque team capitalized on the victory to extend their average basketDiego Ocampo gave Pauly Paulicap his debut against a rival who added their sixth consecutive victory.
The Lleida Lakers don't let up
Hiopos Lleida defeated Gran Canaria (50-68) and secured their third victory in the last four games. The Catalan team capitalized on the crisis of their island rivals, who are currently experiencing a delicate economic and sporting situation. Fans bid farewell to their team with whistles and waving handkerchiefs. "It's a very valuable victory, but we're neither the Lakers nor a First Division FEB team," Gerard Encuentra succinctly summarized.