Class Bàsquet Sant Antoni Defeats Bisbal Bàsquet 88-64 in Pavelló Vell Opener
Class Bàsquet Sant Antoni secured an 88-64 victory over Bisbal Bàsquet at the Pavelló Vell, spoiling the hosts’ home return in Spanish basketball competition. Led by a 27-point performance from Kai Johnson, the Ibiza-based club asserted its status as a top contender for promotion to Primera FEB after the match.
Early Promising Sequences Falter for Bisbal Bàsquet
The opening minutes favored the home side under head coach Èric Surís. Adrià Domínguez and veteran floor general Jorge Lafuente combined to establish an early lead for Bisbal Bàsquet, echoing their strong start the previous week in Zaragoza. However, that momentum proved fleeting. Sant Antoni head coach called an immediate timeout to reset his squad, shifting the game’s trajectory decisively. Johnson took charge of the scoring load, anchoring a stifling defensive effort that closed off the paint and fueled transition opportunities for the visitors.
Johnson and Dibba Dominate the Floor
Sant Antoni played its first league fixture of the campaign after weather disruptions postponed its scheduled opener against Benicarló in Catalonia. While initial rust was evident, the visitors quickly found their rhythm. Lamin Dibba, returning to familiar territory, anchored the glass despite an off night shooting, securing crucial rebounds when Sant Antoni struggled early on. As the contest wore on, the gap widened steadily, allowing both coaching staffs to clear their benches and distribute minutes.
Second-Half Surge Seals the 88-64 Margin
The second half followed a persistent script, leaving Bisbal Bàsquet unable to mount a competitive comeback despite the persistent efforts of Bernat Álvarez. Johnson continued to punish the host defense, expanding his game-high tally to 27 points. With the deficit mounting, Bisbal shifted focus toward damage limitation as the clock wound down toward the final buzzer.
Pavelló Vell Rematch Awaits Bisbal Bàsquet
Bisbal Bàsquet returns to the Pavelló Vell next Saturday to face Amics Castelló in its next fixture. Surís’s squad previously defeated Amics Castelló weeks prior during Copa Espanya play.
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