Internal reinforcement for Kadeem Coleby, HLA Alicante
Character and claw weren’t enough to stop the onslaught. Burgos proved far superior in Alicante, sealing his ninth win of the season as the clash swung decisively in their favor. A momentary lapse after the break gave way to a second life for Rafa Monclova’s squad in the third quarter, when they rattled off a 14-2 run. Yet from that point, Burgos’ dominance was overwhelming, especially in the final stretch managed by Lucentum. Home court pressure, once again, met its match as Lucentum struggled to keep pace. The Bahamian center, who joined this week, contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds, but even his effort could not reverse the tide. Kadeem Coleby’s return to Alicante added frontcourt depth, but it wasn’t enough to tilt the balance.
HLA opened with a burst, signaling their intent despite the visitors fielding a strong second unit. Matulionis sent his counterpart to the bench in under four minutes, and Burgos aimed to clamp down on the Lucentum offense. A 0-7 burst, punctuated by back-to-back triples, put Burgos in front, yet Lucentum answered with resilience. The teams matched baskets, and 19-19 at the end of the first period hinted at a tightly contested battle. Guillem and Blaylock provided the early sparks for Lucentum, keeping pace with an opponent whose depth and quality were evident from tip-off.
Lucentum emerged energized in the second quarter and began to assert control, showing a clear edge in rebounding and activity. Two consecutive dunks from Parrodo signaled Lucentum’s intent to dominate the paint, warning Burgos of the challenge ahead. Blaylock delivered another timely score, and the game became a physical war with multiple sequences of exchanged baskets. Burgos called a timeout when Lucentum stretched their lead and reached their highest advantage to that point, 32-37. The Alicante squad battled through a stretch of uncertain offensive clarity in the early frames, yet remained very much in the game against a Burgos roster stocked with talent and experience.
In the third period, Burgos managed to reclaim momentum with a gradual climb in the scoreboard. After a few misses at the outset, Burgos found their rhythm and moved the score to the front, climbing into a more comfortable position around 32-45. Monclova’s break did little to change the course, as Burgos continued to extend their advantage, leaving Lucentum with a heavier load to bear. The visitors kept answering with occasional bursts, but Burgos controlled the tempo and dictated terms, frustrating Lucentum’s attempts to stabilize the game. The Spaniards’ defense pressed hard, and Burgos often found open looks from the zone or timely cuts inside the paint. The third quarter ended with Burgos maintaining a double-digit lead, leaving Lucentum with a steep hill to climb in the final period.
In a moment of late game tension, Lucentum found a spark. The home team switched into a more aggressive stance, and a 14-2 run briefly re-entered the conversation around the match. The burst carried them to a 58-63 score line as the final period began, but Burgos did not panic. They steadied themselves, pushed the tempo again, and responded with precision. The final ten minutes featured high intensity and late game defense that limited Lucentum’s options. Burgos mounted pressure with every possession, widening the margin and denying Lucentum the chance to close the gap. The conclusion was a display of Burgos’ maturity and consistent execution, leaving Lucentum to reflect on a difficult night on their home floor.
The closing minutes saw Burgos pressing with renewed vigor, extending their lead and shrinking the window for a dramatic comeback. The Monclova squad could not realign their offense to counter the visitors’ disciplined approach. Lucentum’s late attempts were met with stout defense and timely rebounds, but the game’s trajectory had long since tilted in Burgos’ favor. The final sequence underscored a decisive victory for Burgos, marked by controlled offense, robust defense, and the ability to capitalize on opportunities when it mattered most. Lucentum, meanwhile, faced a challenging night, unable to sustain the level required to overturn a proficient Burgos side.
In sum, Burgos demonstrated superior execution and depth during the encounter. Alicante battled hard, displayed moments of quality, and found a momentary resurgence, yet the ultimate verdict favored Burgos as they closed out a convincing road win that underscored their standing as a formidable force in the league this season.
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