After winning the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, the Spanish Supercup, the Copa del Rey, and the Basketball Champions League, Unicaja entered the ACB Playoffs with high hopes.

Having to go up against Barcelona, however, it was a difficult task for Ibon Navarro’s team. It looked like they could have grabbed a 1-0 lead in the series, but after forcing overtime, the Catalan side managed to escape from Malaga with a crucial 101-97 victory.

On Barcelona, Kevin Punter (21 points and 5 assists) and Jabari Parker (20 points and 5 rebounds) were the crucial protagonists. Justin Anderson couldn’t convert all free throws to win before OT and had 16 points.

Tyson Carter led Unicaja in scoring with 13 points, followed by Kendrick Perry’s 12 points and 10 assists; Tyson Perez had 12 points and 7 rebo

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