CD Leonesa Basket advanced in the Copa del Rey de Baloncesto with a hard-fought 88-81 victory over Club Peixegalego Basket on September 13, 2026. In a game that featured 12 lead changes and seven ties, Leonesa’s clutch execution in the final minutes proved decisive. The visitors relied on timely three-point shooting and poise at the free-throw line to outlast a determined Peixegalego side.

Match Overview

The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to build a lead larger than five points. Leonesa took a slim 42-40 advantage into the locker room, but Peixegalego responded with a strong third quarter to briefly take the lead. The fourth quarter turned into a chess match, with both teams trading blows until Leonesa went on a decisive 8-0 run with under four minutes to play. Peixegalego had chances to close the gap but missed several open looks from beyond the arc in the final two minutes.

Leonesa shot 48.5% from the field and 40% from three-point range, while Peixegalego managed 44.8% overall but just 30% from deep. The rebounding battle was nearly even (34-32 in favor of Leonesa), but the visitors’ 15 offensive rebounds led to 18 second-chance points.

Key Moments

• Fourth-quarter surge: With the score tied at 74-74, Leonesa rattled off eight straight points, capped by a step-back three-pointer from their shooting guard.
• Peixegalego’s missed opportunity: Down 84-81 with 45 seconds left, Peixegalego’s point guard missed an open corner three that would have tied the game.
• Clutch free throws: Leonesa went 6-of-6 from the charity stripe in the final minute to ice the game.

Tactical Breakdown

Leonesa’s offense was built around ball movement and off-ball screens, generating open looks for their shooters. They consistently attacked Peixegalego’s switching defense, using dribble hand-offs to create mismatches. Defensively, Leonesa packed the paint and dared Peixegalego to beat them from outside—a gamble that paid off as the home team struggled with their jumper. Peixegalego, meanwhile, relied heavily on their dynamic backcourt, but their big men were neutralized on the boards. Their inability to convert second-chance opportunities proved costly.

Standout Performers

Leonesa’s shooting guard was the game’s top scorer with 26 points, including five three-pointers, while their point guard added 18 points and 7 assists. Their center anchored the defense with 12 rebounds and 3 blocks. For Peixegalego, their point guard was outstanding with 19 points and 10 assists, and their power forward chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. However, the supporting cast combined for just 42 points on 36% shooting.

What It Means

CD Leonesa Basket moves on to the next round of the Copa del Rey, keeping their cup dreams alive. Club Peixegalego Basket exits knowing they pushed a quality opponent to the limit, but they will rue their cold shooting night. Leonesa’s balanced attack and late-game composure make them a dangerous matchup for any remaining team in the competition.