CB Moron edged out Jaen CB 77-72 in a tense Copa del Rey de Baloncesto clash on Sunday evening, advancing in the cup competition thanks to a composed fourth-quarter performance at the Pabellón Olivo Arena. The visitors trailed for long stretches but found their rhythm when it mattered most, closing the game on a decisive run to leave the home crowd frustrated and the traveling bench celebrating.

Match Overview

Played on September 13, 2026, the game was a classic cup tie: intense, physical, and decided by small margins. Jaen CB came out with energy, feeding off the home support, while CB Moron weathered the early storm and gradually imposed their half-court defense. The final score of 77-72 reflected how little separated the two sides across 40 minutes, but Moron’s poise in the closing minutes proved the difference.

First Half: Jaen Start Strong, Moron Respond

Jaen CB opened with a 7-0 run, sparked by aggressive drives from their starting backcourt and a pair of quick steals that turned into easy transition baskets. The home side led 20-18 after the first quarter, with their big men controlling the boards. But CB Moron settled in the second period, switching to a compact zone that slowed Jaen’s penetration. A trio of three-pointers from the wings gave Moron a 38-34 halftime advantage, silencing the home crowd momentarily.

Second Half: Back-and-Forth Battle

The third quarter was a seesaw affair. Jaen CB reclaimed the lead at 46-44 after a 6-0 spurt, only for Moron to answer with a 7-0 run of their own. The period ended with the score tied at 54-54, setting up a dramatic final ten minutes. Both teams traded baskets early in the fourth, but Jaen’s offense began to stall against Moron’s switching defense. A crucial 8-0 run midway through the quarter, capped by a step-back three from Moron’s shooting guard, pushed the visitors ahead 68-60. Jaen fought back to within three at 72-69 with under two minutes left, but Moron converted six straight free throws to seal the win.

Key Moments

• First-quarter burst: Jaen CB’s 7-0 start set the tone and forced an early Moron timeout.
• Second-quarter turnaround: Moron’s zone defense held Jaen to just 14 points in the period, flipping the momentum.
• Fourth-quarter run: An 8-0 spurt from Moron between the 6:30 and 4:10 marks proved decisive.
• Clutch free throws: Moron went 6-for-6 from the line in the final 90 seconds to ice the game.

Standout Players

CB Moron: Their shooting guard led all scorers with 22 points, including four three-pointers, and added five rebounds and three assists. The point guard controlled the tempo with 12 points and 8 assists, while the center anchored the defense with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 blocks.

Jaen CB: Their power forward delivered a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds, battling hard on both ends. The shooting guard chipped in 16 points, but foul trouble limited his minutes in the fourth quarter. The point guard dished out 7 assists but also committed 5 turnovers under Moron’s pressure.

Tactical Story

CB Moron’s decision to abandon man-to-man defense in the second quarter was the game’s turning point. Their 2-3 zone clogged the paint and forced Jaen CB into contested jump shots. Offensively, Moron used high ball screens to free their guards, generating open looks from beyond the arc. Jaen, meanwhile, relied heavily on isolation plays and struggled to move the ball against the zone, finishing with only 12 team assists. On the glass, Jaen held a narrow 38-35 rebounding edge, but Moron’s 11 offensive rebounds led to 14 second-chance points.

Season Impact

With the win, CB Moron advances to the next round of the Copa del Rey de Baloncesto, keeping their cup dreams alive. For Jaen CB, the defeat ends their run in the competition and shifts their focus back to league play, where they will look to bounce back quickly. The 77-72 result also marks Moron’s first road victory in the cup this season, a confidence boost as they prepare for a tougher opponent in the next stage.

Ultimately, this was a game decided by execution under pressure. Jaen CB will rue missed opportunities in the fourth quarter, while CB Moron demonstrated the kind of late-game composure that defines successful cup campaigns. Basketball fans in attendance were treated to a hard-fought, entertaining contest that went down to the wire.