Refitel Nadunet Basquet Lliria 84-82 CB Penas Huesca

Refitel Nadunet Basquet Lliria survived a tense finish to edge CB Penas Huesca 84-82 in Spain’s Segunda FEB on October 4, 2026. The home side held off a late Huesca rally, sealing the win with a driving layup in the final seconds and a crucial defensive stop as time expired.

Match Overview

The game was a see-saw affair from the opening tip. Huesca started strong, using their size inside to build an early 16-10 lead. Lliria responded with a 9-2 run to take their first advantage, and the first quarter ended with the hosts up 24-22. The second quarter belonged to Huesca, who capitalized on Lliria’s cold shooting stretch to lead 44-39 at halftime.

Lliria came out of the locker room with renewed intensity, opening the third quarter on a 12-3 run to reclaim the lead at 51-47. The teams traded baskets for the remainder of the period, and Lliria carried a slim 65-63 edge into the fourth. The final quarter was a defensive battle, with neither team able to pull away. Huesca tied the game at 82-82 on a contested three-pointer with 18 seconds left, but Lliria’s point guard answered with a driving layup four seconds later. Huesca’s desperation half-court heave missed, and Lliria celebrated a hard-fought victory.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter surge: Lliria’s 12-3 run to start the second half shifted the momentum and forced Huesca into a timeout.
• Clutch three: Huesca’s shooting guard hit a step-back three to tie the game at 82-82 with 18 seconds remaining.
• Game-winner: Lliria’s point guard drove baseline and floated in the decisive layup with 4.2 seconds left.
• Final stop: Lliria’s defense contested Huesca’s final half-court attempt, securing the two-point win.

Tactical Story

Lliria’s pressure defense was the difference, forcing 17 Huesca turnovers and turning them into 21 points. The hosts also won the battle on the offensive glass, grabbing 12 offensive rebounds that led to crucial second-chance points. Huesca dominated inside, scoring 44 points in the paint, but struggled to contain Lliria’s dribble penetration in the fourth quarter. Lliria’s ability to switch screens and contest shots at the rim without fouling proved vital down the stretch.

Standout Players

Lliria’s point guard was the hero, finishing with 22 points, seven assists, and the game-winning basket. Their small forward added 17 points and six rebounds, while the center contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds. For Huesca, the center was a force with 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the shooting guard chipped in 18 points, including the late three that tied the game. Huesca’s bench provided a spark with 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the late defensive lapse.

Season Impact

This win gives Refitel Nadunet Basquet Lliria a valuable home victory in the competitive Segunda FEB, boosting their confidence and early-season standing. For CB Penas Huesca, it’s a tough loss in a game they controlled for long stretches, but their inside presence and balanced scoring suggest they’ll remain a threat. Both teams will look to build on their strengths as the season progresses.