Unicaja will open its BCL quarterfinal series this Wednesday at the Carpena Arena against a true European classic: ALBA Berlin (8:30 p.m., broadcasted by Teledeporte and Unicaja Baloncesto Radio). It will be a reunion with a team against whom they will face another battle in European competition, and against whom they will seek to capitalize on home-court advantage to move closer to the Final Four.
Unicaja Baloncesto has been recognized by the Federation of Sports Journalists of Andalusia (FPDA) with the award for ‘Leading Team’ for the titles of the Copa del Rey, BCL and FIBA Intercontinental Cup won in 2025.
Unicaja fell to Barça 91-91 in a game that was decided in the final minutes. The team overcame the absences of Rubit and Webb III and an early deficit, having trailed by as many as 18 points, to tie the game, though it wasn't enough to contain Barça's excellent outside shooting. Olek Balcerowski was the team's best player (18 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 24 PIR) in a game where Barça's Nihad Djedovic (13 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 20 PIR) and Emir Sulejmanovic (19 points, 5 rebounds, 17 PIR) also shone.
Unicaja Mijas became the third team to win at the Guillermo García Pezzi Arena this season after defeating Melilla Ciudad del Deporte La Salle in a closely contested match. The Malaga-based team managed to overcome injuries and the fatigue of a grueling week featuring three games, securing a hard-fought victory led by an inspired Alba Orois, who scored 17 points.
Unicaja Alhaurín de la Torre secured a crucial victory at Blas Infante and remains in contention for second place. On his birthday, Artūras Butajevas was the star of the game: he forced overtime and, in the extra period, scored seven points, including a decisive 2+1 play to seal the 89-88 win. The center put on an outstanding performance with 23 points, 8 rebounds, and a PIR of 27.
