Unicaja Malaga Hold Off MoraBanc Andorra for 92-84 ACB Win

Unicaja Malaga defended their home court with a 92-84 victory over MoraBanc Andorra in a Liga ACB regular-season matchup on October 11, 2026. The win lifts Unicaja in the Spanish league standings and extends their strong form at the Palacio de Deportes José María Martín Carpena, while Andorra leave with a respectable performance but no reward for their efforts.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Unicaja looked to push the tempo, using their athletic wings to attack the rim and kick out for open three-pointers. Andorra, known for their disciplined half-court offense, kept pace early behind efficient shooting from beyond the arc. The first quarter ended with Unicaja holding a slim 24-22 lead, setting the stage for a back-and-forth second period. Andorra's zone defense caused problems for the hosts, but Unicaja's bench provided a spark, particularly from their backup guard who drilled two quick triples. At halftime, the score was 47-43 in favor of the home side.

Key Moments

The decisive stretch came in the third quarter. Unicaja opened the second half with a 12-2 run, fueled by steals and transition baskets. A highlight-reel alley-oop from Kendrick Perry to Dylan Osetkowski forced Andorra to call timeout with the score 59-45. Andorra responded with a 10-0 run of their own, cutting the deficit to four, but Unicaja's composure at the free-throw line kept them ahead. In the final minutes, a clutch three-pointer from Unicaja's shooting guard sealed the game, pushing the lead back to double digits.

Tactical Breakdown

Unicaja's coach emphasized ball movement and defensive rotations, and his team delivered with 22 assists on 34 made field goals. They also dominated the paint, outscoring Andorra 44-30 inside. Andorra relied heavily on pick-and-roll action, but Unicaja's big men did a good job of hedging and recovering, forcing Andorra into contested mid-range shots. The rebounding battle was nearly even, but Unicaja's 11 offensive rebounds led to 15 second-chance points, a critical difference in a game decided by eight points.

Standout Players

• Kendrick Perry (Unicaja Malaga): 18 points, 7 assists, 4 rebounds. Controlled the tempo and made key plays down the stretch.
• Dylan Osetkowski (Unicaja Malaga): 16 points, 8 rebounds. Provided inside-out scoring and energy on both ends.
• Tobias Borg (MoraBanc Andorra): 17 points, 5 assists. Kept Andorra within striking distance with timely shot-making.
• Stanley Okoye (MoraBanc Andorra): 14 points, 6 rebounds. Battled hard in the paint but was limited by foul trouble.

League Table Impact

With the win, Unicaja Malaga strengthens their position in the upper half of the Liga ACB standings, keeping pace with the league's traditional powers. MoraBanc Andorra remains in the middle of the pack, but their competitive showing against a playoff-caliber opponent suggests they can challenge for a postseason berth. The ACB season is long, and this result could prove important when tiebreakers are calculated in the spring.