CB Penas Huesca won a high-scoring Spain Segunda FEB battle against Basket Cartagena on October 25, 2026, finishing 116-99. The hosts delivered an offensive clinic, combining transition scoring, perimeter shooting, and strong work on the offensive glass to pull away in the second half.

• Final score: CB Penas Huesca 116, Basket Cartagena 99
• Competition: Spain Segunda FEB
• Date: October 25, 2026
• Winning margin: 17 points

Huesca set a blistering pace

Penas Huesca came out attacking, scoring 30 points in the opening quarter and never really letting the tempo drop. Cartagena stayed within touch early, but the hosts’ ability to score in bunches made the game difficult to control. A 57-49 halftime lead reflected Huesca’s edge, though Cartagena’s offense kept the visitors within range.

The third quarter broke the game open. Huesca poured in 31 points, stretching the lead to 88-72 entering the final period. The hosts moved the ball with confidence, found open shooters, and punished Cartagena whenever the visitors tried to crowd the paint.

Key moments in the 116-99 win

The decisive run arrived late in the third quarter. Huesca turned a competitive game into a comfortable lead with a burst of transition baskets and quick ball movement. Cartagena’s defense was forced into rotation after rotation, and the hosts capitalized with open looks from beyond the arc and second-chance finishes.

Cartagena made one final push in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to 10 points with a short scoring run. Huesca responded immediately, settling the game with an 8-0 burst. From there, the hosts controlled the clock and finished with their highest-scoring outing of the matchup.

Tactical story: offensive rebounding and shot quality

Huesca’s offensive performance was built on more than hot shooting. The hosts attacked the offensive glass, created extra possessions, and kept Cartagena’s defense scrambling. Their guards also did a good job of penetrating and kicking out, forcing the visitors to choose between helping inside and closing out on shooters.

Cartagena scored 99 points, which would normally be enough to win many Segunda FEB games. The problem was defensive stops. The visitors struggled to contain dribble penetration and gave up too many second-chance opportunities. Huesca’s pace also wore down Cartagena in the second half, when the hosts’ depth and energy became more apparent.

Standout performers

Huesca’s backcourt controlled the rhythm, mixing quick attacks with composed half-court execution. The frontcourt contributed on the boards and finished around the rim, while the bench added valuable scoring during the decisive third-quarter stretch. It was a complete offensive effort rather than a one-man show.

For Basket Cartagena, the offensive effort was encouraging. The visitors found ways to score inside and from the perimeter, but they could not match Huesca’s intensity on the defensive glass. Their leading scorers kept the game competitive for long stretches, yet the team lacked the stops needed to slow the hosts’ momentum.

What the result means in Segunda FEB

The victory strengthens CB Penas Huesca’s position and gives the team a significant confidence boost. Scoring 116 points in Segunda FEB is a statement, and the win highlights Huesca’s potential when their transition game and perimeter shooting click together.

Cartagena leave with a difficult loss but also with clear lessons. The offense showed it can produce at a high level; the priority now is tightening the defense and limiting extra possessions. Huesca, meanwhile, will look to carry the same energy into their next league fixture as they build momentum in the Segunda FEB campaign.