Valencia Basket defeats Partizan in the EuroLeague
The Valencia Basket achieved a crucial victory for its goal of entering the playoffs of the EuroLeague. In round 19, the home team defeated Partizan Belgrade convincingly 86-73 at the Fonteta. The match remained tied until the last quarter, where a decisive reaction sealed the result 🏀.
A devastating end to the game
The tie was broken in the fourth quarter. Valencia Basket produced a 27-14 run that left the Serbian team without options. This final explosion demonstrated the team's ability to raise its level when it matters most.
Keys to the decisive run:- Greater defensive intensity that forced rival errors.
- Efficiency in the fast break and transition.
- Taking advantage of the deep bench rotation to maintain the pace.
In the EuroLeague, the game sometimes starts when the scoreboard gets interesting.
Darius Thompson, the man of the decisive moment
The point guard Darius Thompson was the key piece in unbalancing the game. He scored 9 of his 15 points in the last quarter, including three-pointers and key assists. His ability to penetrate and find teammates like Chris Jones or Brandon Davies was decisive.
Thompson's contributions:- Leadership in play creation in moments of pressure.
- Precision in outside shooting during the final stretch.
- Connecting with interior players to generate advantages.
Analysis of the match development
Partizan, led by Željko Obradović, showed its power in the paint with a good performance from Frank Kaminsky. However, it could not sustain its offensive level in the final minutes. Valencia, on the other hand, demonstrated a more solid collective defense and better management of its roster resources, which allowed it to impose its game when the match was being decided. This victory brings the taronja team closer to the qualification zone for the next phase, underscoring the importance of finishing games strongly.