Barcelona’s Struggles Continue
Barcelona’s woes in the Endesa League have reached a boiling point. The team’s recent loss to Bàsquet Girona, a side they had previously beaten by 10 points, has left them on the brink of disaster. With only two games left to play, Barcelona must win both to avoid a historic collapse and secure their spot in the Copa del Rey.
Girona’s Impressive Performance
Girona, on the other hand, has been improving steadily since the arrival of Moncho Fernández as their coach. The team’s impressive performance in the first half, where they scored 51 points, was a testament to their growing strength. Their percentages were impressive, with 13/17 in shots from two and 8/14 in triples. Iroegbu, Durham, and Susinskas were the standout players for Girona.
Barcelona’s Comeback Falls Short
Despite Girona’s strong start, Barcelona managed to mount a comeback in the second half. The team’s intensity increased, and players like Punter and Parker began to make an impact. Anderson’s inspiration and Fall’s centimeters also helped to turn the tide in Barcelona’s favor. However, Girona refused to give up and managed to secure a narrow 91-90 victory.
Consequences of the Loss
The loss has severe consequences for Barcelona, who now face a historic collapse if they fail to win their remaining two games. The team’s presence in the Copa del Rey is under threat, and the pressure is mounting on coach Joan Peñarroya. With the team’s continuity on the bench also in question, Barcelona must regroup and refocus to avoid a disastrous end to the season.
Technical Sheet
91 – Girona Basketball (28+23+13+27): Irogebu (25), Marcos (10), Fjellerup (13), Susinskas (7), Fernández (11) -starting five-; Durham (7), Martínez (-), Geben (9), Busquets (3), Sibande (2) and Nnaji (-).
90 – Barça (20+24+27+19): Satoransky (7), Punter (15), Anderson (25), Parker (9), Hernángomez (6) -starting five-; Núñez (1), Metu (11), Parra (2), Fall (10), Brizuela (4) and Abrines (-).
Referees: Perea, Manuel and Sánchez Mohedas.
Incidents: Match of the fourteenth day of the Endesa League played in front of 5,288 fans at the Pavelló de Fontajau, in Girona.