CB Prat Joventut edged Amics del Basquet Castello 82-76 in a hard-fought Copa del Rey de Baloncesto matchup, using a decisive third-quarter push and timely free-throw shooting to hold off a stubborn rival. The win sends Prat Joventut forward in the Spanish cup competition and gives the home side an important early-season confidence boost.

Match Overview

Played on September 14, 2026, the contest was tight through the opening half before Prat Joventut created just enough separation after the break. The hosts led 22-18 after the first quarter, but Castello responded with a 21-19 second period to trim the halftime deficit to 41-39.

The game turned in the third quarter. Prat Joventut outscored Castello 23-17, building a 64-56 advantage heading into the final ten minutes. Castello refused to fade, cutting the lead to four points late, but Prat Joventut converted key free throws and came up with two critical defensive stops in the closing minutes.

Key Moments

• First quarter: Prat Joventut started with purpose, attacking the basket early and forcing Castello into foul trouble.
• Second quarter: Castello found rhythm from beyond the arc and briefly took the lead before Prat answered before halftime.
• Third-quarter run: An 8-0 spurt gave Prat Joventut the breathing room it needed, turning a two-point game into a double-digit cushion.
• Closing stretch: Castello made it a one-possession game in the final minutes, but Prat’s composure at the line sealed the result.

Tactical Story

Prat Joventut’s game plan revolved around paint touches and ball movement. The hosts repeatedly drove into the lane, drew help defenders, and kicked out for open looks. That inside-out approach helped them shoot a healthy percentage from the field and get to the free-throw line in crucial moments.

Castello stayed competitive with a zone look that slowed Prat’s half-court offense for stretches. The visitors also crashed the offensive glass and generated second-chance points. In the end, however, Prat’s defensive rebounding and transition discipline made the difference. Castello had chances, but Prat limited the clean looks when the game was on the line.

Standout Players

Prat Joventut’s backcourt controlled the tempo, with the point guard finishing with 18 points and 7 assists while committing only two turnovers. A versatile forward added 14 points and 9 rebounds, repeatedly winning 50-50 balls. Castello’s best offensive threat poured in 21 points, keeping his team within striking distance until the final minute.

What It Means

For Prat Joventut, the 82-76 win is more than just a cup result. It shows the team can execute in a pressure situation and close out a tight game against a resilient opponent. For Castello, the loss is frustrating but encouraging: the visitors proved they can compete deep into the fourth quarter. In a knockout competition like the Copa del Rey de Baloncesto, small margins decide everything, and Prat Joventut made just enough winning plays.