Unicaja Mijas conquered the Pavelló Virolai in a demanding match against MCR Lima-Horta Barcelona, who confirmed their great form. The Malaga team knew how to handle an uncomfortable game, with changing pace and a tight score, to add their eighteenth victory of the season. Tayra Eke had a decisive performance with 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 34 valuation credits.
The Unicaja boys' team came close to fifth place in the 2026 Minicopa Endesa held in Valencia, but ended up losing to Cajasiete Canarias in a thrilling match that was decided in the final seconds (79-83). The players coached by Manolo Bazán showed character and competitiveness to counteract the physical superiority of the Tenerife team. Emilio Guerrero once again led the team with an outstanding performance: 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists.
This Sunday, the 22nd (12:00 p.m., broadcasted by ⇒Canal FEB), Unicaja Mijas returns to Catalonia, just 14 days after its visit to Sant Feliu de Llobregat. On this occasion, the team's opponent will be MCR Lima-Horta Barcelona, which is on a winning streak that allows it to return fully to the fight to enter the LF Challenge playoffs.
The Unicaja boys' team beat Occident Bàsquet Manresa 62-71 in a very close game throughout the 40 minutes. Manolo Bazán's team dominated the game both in terms of play and on the scoreboard for most of the match, but the Bages team did not make it easy for them, forcing Los Guindos to stay focused every second. The victory allows Unicaja to fight for fifth place in the Minicopa Endesa tomorrow, Saturday 21, at 4:00 p.m.
Unicaja fell in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals to Real Madrid by 100-70. The team was overwhelmed from the first quarter by Real Madrid's dominance and couldn't find a way to impose their game, thus saying goodbye to the competition. James Webb III was Unicaja's standout player tonight with 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 17 PIR.
