UCAM Murcia CB delivered a commanding performance at home on May 10, 2026, to defeat Basquet Girona 86–75 in a Liga ACB showdown that underscored their title credentials.

Playing at the Palacio de Deportes de Murcia, the home side used a suffocating second-half defense and balanced scoring to pull away from a stubborn Girona squad. The victory kept UCAM Murcia firmly in the hunt for a top‑four finish in the ACB standings, while Basquet Girona saw their playoff hopes take a hit.

Match Overview

The game started with both teams trading baskets in a frenetic first quarter. Girona’s outside shooting kept them within striking distance, but UCAM Murcia’s size advantage in the paint began to tell as the half progressed. At halftime, the hosts led 44–38, with center Artūras Gudaitis already posting a double‑double in points and rebounds.

The third quarter proved decisive. UCAM Murcia increased defensive pressure, forcing three consecutive turnovers that led to easy transition buckets. A 12‑2 run extended the lead to 16 points, and Girona never recovered. The final period saw Girona attempt a late rally, cutting the deficit to eight points with three minutes remaining, but clutch free‑throw shooting by UCAM’s guards sealed the 86–75 result.

Key Moments

• Third‑quarter explosion: UCAM Murcia outscored Girona 28–18 in the third, with guard Isaiah Taylor scoring 10 of his game‑high 22 points during the run.
• Defensive stand: The home team held Girona to just 35% shooting from the field in the second half, including 3‑of‑14 from three‑point range.
• Clutch free throws: UCAM hit 18 of 22 from the line over the final six minutes to keep Girona at arm’s length.

Standout Performers

Isaiah Taylor led all scorers with 22 points, adding 6 assists and 4 rebounds. His ability to break down the Girona defense off the dribble created easy looks for himself and his teammates. Artūras Gudaitis contributed 16 points and 11 rebounds for yet another double‑double in what has been a stellar ACB season.

For Basquet Girona, forward Marc Gasol (yes, still playing at 41 years old) showed veteran savvy with 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, but he received insufficient support from the supporting cast. Guard Quino Colom added 14 points but shot 5‑of‑14 from the floor.

Tactical Story

UCAM Murcia’s game plan revolved around controlling the glass and limiting Girona’s transition opportunities. They outrebounded Girona 42–31 and allowed only 9 fast‑break points. Offensively, they exploited mismatches in the post and used high pick‑and‑rolls that forced Girona’s big men to guard on the perimeter, creating driving lanes for Taylor and fellow guard Dylan Ennis (11 points, 5 assists).

From Girona’s perspective, the inability to generate consistent offense in the half‑court proved costly. When their three‑point shots stopped falling in the third quarter, they had no reliable interior option to counter UCAM’s physical frontcourt.

Season Impact

With the win, UCAM Murcia improved to 22–9 on the season, solidifying their position in the top five of the ACB standings. The victory was especially important given a tough upcoming road trip to face Real Madrid and Barcelona. Basquet Girona, now 17–14, remain in the playoff race but will need to win their remaining home games to secure a spot in the postseason.

The head‑to‑head series between the two clubs is now split 1‑1 this season, with Girona having won the earlier meeting in Catalonia back in January.

UCAM Murcia next face CB Miraclos on the road, while Basquet Girona return home to host Baskonia.