Unicaja claimed their 19th regional trophy by defeating Insolac Caja 87 with an 86-61 victory in the final of the XXIX Copa Andalucía held in Córdoba, according to regional reports. The matchup marked a milestone for the pre-season calendar as head coach Txus Vidorreta integrated several new signings into the squad.
Unicaja Dominates the Final in Córdoba
Unicaja controlled the tempo from the opening minutes, establishing a 23-11 lead by the end of the first quarter and extending the margin to 43-28 at halftime, as reported by Málaga Hoy and El Español. Ignas Brazdekis earned MVP honors after recording 15 points and eight rebounds. While Brazdekis showcased strong offensive capabilities, reports noted that maintaining defensive intensity across all four quarters remains an area for growth.
New Additions Hit the Floor for Pre-Season
The fixture provided the first official minutes for several new roster additions, including Melvin Pantzar, Tyson Noua, and Willy Hernangómez. Pantzar contributed significantly on the defensive glass, while Noua provided energy near the basket. Hernangómez finished with seven points following a limited training schedule with the club. Vidorreta utilized the game to test tactical variations, including deploying two point guards simultaneously with Pantzar and Perry sharing floor time, alongside Tyson Pérez operating temporarily as a small mobile center.
Roster Adjustments and Upcoming Schedule
Unicaja entered the tournament with a roster still under construction, managing the absence of injured players Kalinoski and Nzosa. Following the victory in Córdoba, the team prepares for stiffer pre-season competition, with upcoming matches scheduled against Tenerife and Real Madrid at the Costa del Sol tournament.
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