Kyle Guy stated at the end of the game that he had prepared for moments like this his whole life in college and in the NBA, and now in this arena he was focused on helping his teammates. The American guard poured in 30 points as his team earned the victory at Wizink Center with an 83 93 result that earned La Penya their deserved win.
Penya’s Defense
Madrid opened strong with a sharp start, forcing a quick 13 3, driven by intensity. La Penya countered with disciplined defense and rebounded well, finishing 17 16 on the board. The visitors added speed in their rotations and exploited any lapse from a tired Madrid unit. Durán trusted his rotation to defend the two frontcourt towers against the challenge posed by Tavares and the wear he induced on the white giants. With Poirier sidelined by injury, the coaching staff kept the interior pressure high, and the paint remained contested. Mateo maintained the edge in the paint during the first period, complementing the presence of Yabusele, Hezonja, Randolph and Cape Verdean, while the floor balance allowed Penya to push the pace when possible.
Eight points from Pep Busquets in the second frame kept Joventut in the mix as Guy added a more modest three. White shots at the arc by Madrid invited a green and black surge that turned the scoreboard around, moving the visitors to a 32 33 advantage. Hanga contributed 11 points, Mirroring Tomic in his assist and his scoring efforts, while Guy delivered a sequences that shifted energy in favor of Penya. The team defended tenaciously and executed their fast break with purpose, and the moment the horn sounded the scorelines gifted Penya a hopeful lead as the game wound toward halftime.
The third period followed the same script with Guy urging Mateo to start warming his bench and bring more guys into the attack. Durán dominated the boards, while Tomic and Guy brought a playful rhythm that pushed the margin to 47 59. At the door of the end of the quarter, Penya held a 12 of 19 mark from three while Madrid remained dangerous and never out of reach. The turning point arrived as Chacho and Moses latched onto the moment, providing a spark that kept Madrid competitive and helped them finalize a back and forth stretch. Guy finished the third period with 19 points, Tomic with 16, and a late surge from Madrid kept the series alive with a 64 67 tally at the end of the frame.
This is how Kyle Joseph Guy closed his show, a performance described by many as otherworldly, a night when he seemed to play at a different speed from everyone else. His teammates and the home crowd delivered a wave of appreciation for the show that was put on there. The arena echoed with praise for a performance that stood out in a playoff setting, with the backers declaring their belief that the road to the title still had a few bright chapters left to write.
The atmosphere crackled with energy as the night carried on, and the social media chatter captured the excitement surrounding the game and the player. Fans and analysts noted the intensity and the enduring belief that this game could be a turning point in the playoff run, a milestone that would be remembered in the annals of the season.
Eight points from Pep Busquets in game two kept Joventut in the mix as Guy contributed a subset of scoring, while the rest of the squad pushed forward with confidence. The white team connected on a string of timely three pointers to grab the advantage, and Hanga continued to hold Madrid’s attention with double digit scoring. The rhythm fed through the lineup as Guy and Tomic displayed a dynamic offensive partnership that did not shy away from bold plays. The late stretch from Penya featured a pair of crucial triples followed by a steady progression to the final numbers, as the team asserted control in the closing minutes.
The visitors carried their momentum into the fourth quarter with a composed, relentless attack. Guy and Tomic shared the playmaking responsibilities, while the sudden punch from Félix surprised the defense and widened the gap. Mateo leaned on the depth of his bench, alternating wings and forwards to sustain pressure against a Madrid squad that remained fearless. La Penya’s coherence and shooting accuracy delivered a decisive result in the final minutes, sealing the win with a display that impressed fans and observers alike. The name on everyone’s lips was Guy, whose late scoring burst brought the final tally to a memorable 83 93, a reflection of the team’s resolve and its desire to advance in the playoffs.