Now the moment is clear. HLA has a clear path to climb higher in the standings. The current schedule gives them a home-heavy stretch, with three of the four remaining first-round games at their venue. Alicanteli is set to deliver a strong performance tonight at 20:45, available on Alacanti TV, following a third consecutive league win and securing fourth place in its pavilion.
That momentum feels unstoppable. The team runs with authority, confidence, and every piece aligned for peak performance. A setback would be unimaginable and would force a timely discussion about the next steps required to stay in the title race and continue improving on every front.
Defensive stamina takes center stage for Rafa Monclova, who emphasizes the value of a tough, disciplined back line even if it risks a momentary dip in offensive tempo. The goal is to rise in the ACB standings while keeping a steady, sustainable rhythm. The Lucentino coach is known for his negotiation with limits; innovation tends to come within those boundaries rather than outside them.
The fatigue that sometimes troubled the squad in tough stretches does not shake the coach. He faces a pivotal match today, guided by the experience of a Galician coach who took charge of Ourense at forty, after earning his stripes as an assistant both at home and abroad. For him, this moment is about maintaining the recent success against a direct rival and making sure the club continues its ascent.
Emergencies loom over Orensa, relying on a destabilizing edge to keep opponents on their toes. Fahrudin Manjgadic leads as top scorer, a Bosnian guard who averages around 14 points per game. Shaun Willett stands out as the team’s most valuable player, contributing about 13 points and eight rebounds on typical nights, a key reference point as the Galician system evolves under Uxía’s promotion to a leading role.
“Those last two wins cannot distract us from the work ahead,” noted Adrian Chapel. “We are excited to test ourselves against challenges today and in the days to come.” He added that while the opponent is strong, the real concern is the team itself, which is playing with high intensity and focus. The objective remains clear as the season progresses: secure another win and push the team toward the next milestone with disciplined defense and smarter offense, building momentum for the stretch run.