Now it’s time to experience joy in Fontajau

Aíto García Reneses, who assured in the previous press conference that the victory against Betis “doesn’t reassure me”, will have the same players as last Sunday – except for Bursa, which has already disaffiliated. Presumably, Pierre Oriola will not be ready yet. The Madrid coach explained that Oriola is in good shape but that he will have to “extend it over time” because he has not played for many months. The other setback for Girona is the physical condition of Pato Garino. The Argentine has not been able to train all week due to muscle discomfort and his presence and the way in which he will be able to help the team is unknown. It could be a particularly sensitive absence considering how important he was in the win in Sevilla. The one from Mar del Plata scored 13 points and showed his best version of the season, being very incisive in front of the basket. Yes, his compatriot Maxi Fjellerup will be at one hundred percent, who also showed up against the Sevillians.

Consolidating the offensive dynamism shown in the previous engagement will be key to have options for victory against a UCAM that has a very clear game idea with Sito Alonso. The Murcians are a very physical team, who like to play in many possessions and with an often crazy pace. In addition, they have several very dangerous players from 6.75 who will have to be watched closely, such as Trice -who scored 32 points against Manresa-, Mc Fadden -doubt today-, Jelinek, or the German international with experience in the ‘Euroleague Niels Giffey.

At the start of the season, they have alternated unexpected defeats at home with meritorious victories away from home, especially in Valencia. It is this, yes, a team that appears in almost every section to fight to qualify for the Copa del Rey and the play-offs.