Real Madrid prevails in the first classic of the season

Real Madrid has defeated FC Barcelona 89-83 in the first classic match of the season and qualifies for the final next Sunday, September 22nd against the winner between Unicaja de Málaga and UCAM Murcia.

FC Barcelona maintained a high-paced game with very effective transitional play led by Jabari Parker, who scored 17 points. However, they lacked leadership in static play, resulting in 12 turnovers that Real Madrid capitalized on.

On the other hand, the Real Madrid team relied on their usual player, Facundo Campazzo, who led with 18 points and 6 assists. Campazzo proved crucial in the final moments with his accuracy in free throws. The intimidation factor of Tavares and Ibaka was also essential in securing the defense, which only Brizuela with 4 triples (50% 3PT) and Abrines with 2 triples (100% 3PT) managed to breach at isolated points in the game.

"We weren't sharp... They caused us a lot of trouble with their experience and accuracy in free throws in the last quarter," said Joan Peñarroya in the post-game interview.

For Real Madrid, Mario Hezonja paid tribute to the retired Rudy Fernández and Sergio Rodríguez: "We have many new pieces in the team, but it's very challenging to replace the legends who have left."

With this victory, Real Madrid now sets its sights on the next semifinal to determine their opponent tomorrow.

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