FC Barcelona defeated BAXI Manresa 90-77 to reach the final under new coach Aleksandar Sekulić. The game began as a tightly contested, low-scoring battle, with Manresa leading 18-14 after the first quarter.

In the second quarter, both teams improved offensively, but the match remained evenly balanced. Manresa held a narrow 42-38 advantage at half-time.

Barça took control after the break. Strong performances from Justin Robinson and Tyrese Martin helped the Blaugrana dominate the third quarter and overturn the deficit.

Entering the final period with a 62-55 lead, Barça managed the game effectively and prevented any comeback from Manresa. The blaugranes secured a comfortable 90-77 victory and advance to the final against iLERNA Lleida which will take place on Sunday at 12pm CEST. The result gives Barça their first chance to win a trophy under Aleksandar Sekulić.

MATCH STATS

Kids&Us Manresa: 77
Barça: 90

Kids&Us Manresa: Benítez (9), Nodae (7), Agbo (9), Oriola (11), Minchev (1) - starting five - Allen (18), Vila (0), Beaufort (0), Bassas (3), Tamba (9), Ongenda (6), Villar (4).

Barça: Robinson (17), Brizuela (7), Umude (5), Parra (15), Nebo (1) - starting five - Gibson (2), Martin (10), Ubal (4), Nkamhoua (8), Núñez (6), Balcerowski (11), Minaya (4).

Quarters: 18-14, 39-38, 55-62 77-90.

 

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