Real Madrid dominates Red Star in EuroLeague

Real Madrid delivered a powerful performance against Red Star at the Movistar Arena, sealing a definitive victory that reflects the form of Pedro Martínez's team. With a final score of 105-84, the whites showcased their offensive and defensive capabilities in a match where the Serbian opponent was never in a position to compete.

Despite the absences of Maledon, Campazzo, and Jantunen, the Madrid team soared on the court with a fluidity that left little room for doubt. Luwawu-Cabarrot led the attack with 22 points, supported by Procida (19) and Nick Smith, who contributed 13 key plays at decisive moments. On the Serbian side, Carter's 18 points proved insufficient to halt the white onslaught.

Clear superiority in the first quarter

The game began with an exchange of three-pointers and individual talent that quickly favored Madrid. Sarr and Procida delivered quality plays in the opening minutes, setting the tone for the match. The initial 19-9 led to predictions of what was to come. The static players functioned perfectly in a comfortable team, finishing the first quarter with a crushing 38-20 that practically sealed the match.

This early dominance reflected the tactical and physical superiority of Pedro Martínez's team, who controlled both the pace and spacing. Red Star struggled to find open shots, with Dobric and Baldwin paddling upstream to keep the difference from escalating further.

Second half with ups and downs but no danger

The second quarter brought a shift in dynamics for Madrid, which did not maintain the intensity of the beginning. This generated a sea of doubts in the white team, showcasing a very different version from the first ten minutes. However, the defense remained a strong point, with Pradilla and Nick Smith minimizing the defensive drama through spirited actions. The 56-41 at halftime maintained a comfortable lead for the Madrid side.

Luwawu-Cabarrot continued his good game upon resuming, accompanied by Feliz in the offensive play. The two again built a significant lead, dispelling any ghosts that might linger in the Movistar Arena. The 65-47 in the third quarter indicated that Madrid's control was not at risk.

Managing the lead in the final stretch

Nwora and Baldwin relied on individual talent for Red Star, trying to bring joy to Ibon Navarro on the sidelines, but Madrid soared without needing to force anything. The whites closed the game in the final quarter (82-59), where the matter was merely administrative. The last minutes served for the Serbians to attempt to polish the score while Pedro Martínez rested key players.

Abalde left his defensive imprint in the final stretch, while Sarr proved he was fighting for a spot in the rotation with quality plays. The comfortable victory (105-84) concluded a match where Madrid never slowed down, consolidating their position in the standings with a record of 7-4 in the Euroleague.

Numbers that reflect dominance

The numbers don't lie: Madrid controlled the game from start to finish, with four players scoring in double digits. The offensive versatility of the whites, where Luwawu-Cabarrot, Procida, Nick Smith, and others contributed significantly, left few defensive options for a Red Star that found no answers. Pedro Martínez's recent streak includes 13 victories in the last 14 games, consolidating a team that continues to run in search of greater goals in the continental competition.

This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Real Madrid se muestra arrasador ante Estrella Roja en Euroliga