Unicaja fell to Valencia Basket 89-96. The team lost in a close game that was decided in the final minute against one of the most in-form teams in Europe. Chris Duarte was Unicaja's best player (22 points, 4 assists, 22 PIR).
The legendary coach Bozidar Maljkovic received the Unicaja Baloncesto Gold Medal at halftime of the game between Unicaja and Valencia Basket. This award recognizes the outstanding work of a historic figure on the Club's bench, whom he led between 1999 and 2003, winning the 2001 Korac Cup, the first title for our trophy case. Congratulations, Boza!
Unicaja's auditorium hosted a round table discussion this Saturday to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Korac Cup victory, Unicaja's first title ever and the first ever for an Andalusian team. Berni Rodríguez, Carlos Cabezas, Jean-Marc Jaumin, Mous Sonko, and Kenny Miller, along with the team's coach, Boza Maljkovic, reminisced about the significance of that unforgettable title for Málaga.
Unicaja Mijas put on a gritty performance to edge out Fustecma NBF Castelló in a grueling match. Javi Pérez de los Reyes’s team led for much of the game, but struggled against their opponent’s strong defense and the absences of Elena Moreno and Bintou Lo, which prevented them from imposing their usual rhythm. Cesarina Capellán stood out with a very solid performance on both ends of the court, while Tayra Eke was the top scorer for the Malaga team with 13 points.
The Malaga-born singer-songwriter Pablo López, author of our anthem, will give a special performance for the first time this Sunday before the Unicaja vs. Valencia Basket game, thanks to Málaga Deporte y Eventos, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the José María Martín Carpena Arena. Come at 12:15 pm and experience a magical moment!
