Maledon shines and rescues Real Madrid against Obradoiro

Real Madrid found in Theo Maledon the solution it needed to end the week with a smile after suffering two defeats in the EuroLeague. The white team reacted decisively in Liga Endesa, overcoming Monbus Obradoiro 114-107 in a match where the French point guard was the undisputed star. The victory allows the Madrid team to start the domestic competition with a record of 2-0, temporarily leaving behind the disappointment of this week's European losses.

Maledon takes charge of the white attack

The French point guard took control of the game when the team led by Pedro Martínez needed it the most, establishing himself as the definitive outside reference of the roster. Maledon finished the match with 25 points and a performance rating of 38, figures that reflect his total influence on the game's development. His standout performance was his accuracy from the free-throw line, where he achieved a spectacular 15 of 16, demonstrating complete confidence in the critical moments of the match.

His ability to control the offensive pace and make good decisions under pressure was crucial for Real Madrid to maintain the advantage in an extremely tight duel. Maledon not only scored but was also able to orchestrate the play at moments when the team needed stability, especially in the final stages when the pressure from Obradoiro significantly increased.

Luwawu-Cabarrot complements the Madrid offense

Alongside Maledon was Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot, who also reached 25 points, forming a high-level offensive duo. The French pair sustained the visitors for much of the match, providing the scoring consistency required in such a competitive game. Luwawu-Cabarrot brought versatility to the attack, allowing Real Madrid to have varied options to break through the Galician team's defenses.

The combination of both French players was decisive for the whites to maintain control during the most critical phases of the match. Their ability to consistently generate points prevented Obradoiro from recovering during the moments when Real Madrid extended its lead on the scoreboard.

Obradoiro competes until the end but falls short

On the home side, Brandon Childress was the top scorer for Monbus Obradoiro with 23 points, showcasing a solid performance that, however, was not enough to avoid defeat. The Galician team competed until the final seconds of the match, demonstrating that it could keep pace with the visitors during long stretches of the game. Despite the offensive efforts of Childress and his teammates, the defensive consistency of Real Madrid and Maledon's accuracy from the free-throw line made the difference.

The final record for Obradoiro stands at 1-1 after competing until the last second against one of the main contenders of Liga Endesa. The performance of the Galician team reflects that it can compete against the top teams, although this time the individual quality of the Madrid players proved decisive.

Free throws define a very tight match

One aspect that significantly marked the development of the match was the high number of free throws taken by both teams. Real Madrid had 48 attempts from the free-throw line, while Monbus Obradoiro had 31, a particularly striking difference in a match of this competitive level. Already in the first quarter, the whites had gone to the free-throw line 16 times, setting a pattern that would persist throughout the match.

These constant trips to the free-throw line were decisive in such a tightly contested duel, where each possession was critical. Maledon's ability to execute perfectly from this zone was crucial, turning an opportunity that many teams waste into a clear advantage. The defense of Real Madrid generated enough personal fouls to reach that figure of 48 attempts, demonstrating a defensive intensity that Obradoiro could not completely counter.

The victory allows Real Madrid to start Liga Endesa with a positive record, regaining confidence after the two consecutive European losses it suffered during the week. The performance of Maledon and his teammates suggests that Pedro Martínez's team has the resources necessary to compete in both competitions at the highest level.

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