Unicaja Málaga, new champion of the Endesa Supercup

Following the victories of Real Madrid over FC Barcelona and Unicaja over UCAM Murcia in the semifinals of the Endesa Supercup, the final promised an exciting clash between the cajistas and the whites. In a match full of intensity and emotion, Unicaja de Málaga emerged victorious with a score of 80-90, crowning themselves as champions in an unforgettable night for the Malaga fans.

The team from the Costa del Sol dominated from the opening whistle, displaying superior connection and pace of play. Led by a sensational Kam Taylor, who shined with 22 points and 6 assists, and the imposing Yankuba Sima, contributing with 14 points and a particularly effective defensive performance by holding Walter Tavares to just 7 points and being key in protecting the hoop with multiple blocks that halted the Madrid attacks.

The match began with an overwhelming 0-10 run in favor of Unicaja, surprising Real Madrid with their intensity. It wasn't until the last five minutes of the second quarter that the whites managed to adjust their defense and improve in offensive rebounds, reducing the gap on the scoreboard and keeping the hope of a comeback alive.

After halftime, the Malaga team regained control of the game, maintaining their high defensive level and managing each possession intelligently. Kendrick Perry dictated the tempo of the game, while Taylor, in MVP mode, continued scoring at crucial moments, dismantling the opposing defense.

Real Madrid, hampered by the absence of Mario Hezonja, struggled to find offensive alternatives. Unable to capitalize on interior play with Tavares, the whites overly relied on offensive rebounds and individual efforts from their standout players. Facundo Campazzo with 19 points and Gabi Deck with 13, kept the team afloat, supported by a spirited Sergio Llull, who scored 12 points with a tangy flavor.

At the end of the match, Unicaja's coach, Ibon Navarro, expressed his satisfaction: "It was really tough, but you can't expect to beat Madrid without suffering. They came back time and again, but we ended up winning, and I'm happy because the guys deserve it and worked very well."

Meanwhile, Real Madrid's coach, Chus Mateo, reflected on the match result: "They had more energy and intensity. It's evident that Unicaja is a team that has been working together for a while, and we just need a bit more time."

With this victory, Unicaja de Málaga secures their second title of the season against a top-level opponent and already sets their sights on upcoming challenges, confident in their ability to compete against the best.

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