Unicaja Mijas kicks off the Women's Challenge League playoffs this Saturday with a tough road trip to the Virolai Arena. The Malaga-based team will face MCR Lima-Horta Barcelona (5:30 p.m., broadcast on ⇒Canal FEB) in the first leg of the quarterfinals, a matchup that pits two of the hottest teams of the season’s final stretch against each other.
Unicaja suffered a narrow 100-101 overtime loss to Dreamland Gran Canaria. In a game with numerous lead changes, the team couldn't contain the Canary Islanders' scoring down the stretch, forcing overtime. After several lead changes, Unicaja briefly held the lead with just two-tenths of a second remaining. However, a foul called on Carlos Alocén allowed him two free throws, sealing the victory for the visitors, meanwhile Unicaja were unable to execute their final possession. Kendrick Perry led the way for the home side with 20 points, 5 assists, and a 24 PIR.
Canal Sur, through Andalucía TV, will broadcast the BCL Final Four, in which Unicaja will participate from May 7th to 9th at the Olímpic of Badalona.
Unicaja coach Ibon Navarro assesses the team's situation ahead of Wednesday's game at the Carpena Arena against Dreamland Gran Canaria, a team looking to climb out of the relegation zone in the Liga Endesa standings (8:00 PM, broadcasted by DAZN and Unicaja Baloncesto Radio).
Unicaja Baloncesto is launching a special online promotion to celebrate Unicaja's participation in the BCL Final Four, which will take place from May 7th to 9th in Badalona. For just 49.90€, you can get the complete kit that our players will wear at the event. Don't miss out!
