Valencia Overpower Casademont Zaragoza in Liga ACB Road Win

Valencia Basket continued their strong start to the Liga ACB season with a convincing 97-82 victory over Casademont Zaragoza on October 4, 2026. The 15-point win was built on a devastating first-half offensive display and a defense that forced Zaragoza into difficult shots all night.

Valencia, one of the most consistent teams in Spanish basketball, showcased their depth and firepower, while Zaragoza were left to rue a slow start and an inability to contain Valencia's perimeter attack.

Match Overview

Valencia dominated from the opening quarter, racing to a 28-20 lead and never allowing Zaragoza to get closer than eight points thereafter. The visitors shot 52% from the field and 44% from three-point range, while Zaragoza managed just 41% overall.

• First quarter: Valencia 28-20
• Second quarter: Valencia 24-22
• Third quarter: Valencia 22-18
• Fourth quarter: Valencia 23-22
• Final: Valencia 97-82

Key Moments

The game's defining stretch came late in the first quarter and early in the second. Valencia closed the first quarter on a 10-2 run, then opened the second with an 8-0 burst to extend their lead to 36-22. Zaragoza never recovered.

In the third quarter, Zaragoza made a brief push, cutting the deficit to 11 points, but Valencia responded with back-to-back three-pointers to push the lead back to 17.

Tactical Story

Valencia's ball movement was exceptional, recording 25 assists on 34 made field goals. They repeatedly exploited Zaragoza's help defense, swinging the ball to open shooters. Their pick-and-roll game with their center was nearly unstoppable, generating easy baskets and fouls.

Defensively, Valencia forced 16 turnovers and converted them into 22 points. Zaragoza struggled to score in the half-court, often settling for contested mid-range shots. Their leading scorer was held to 15 points on 5-of-15 shooting.

Standout Players

Valencia's backcourt duo combined for 42 points, 12 assists, and 8 three-pointers. Their center added 16 points and 9 rebounds. For Zaragoza, their power forward was a bright spot with 18 points and 8 rebounds, but he received little help from the perimeter.

Season Impact

Valencia solidifies their place among the Liga ACB's top teams with this road win. Casademont Zaragoza, meanwhile, drop a home game they needed to win to keep pace in the playoff race. The Spanish league is known for its depth, and Zaragoza will need to bounce back quickly to avoid falling further behind. The return fixture in Valencia promises to be another challenging test.