Why Real Madrid Dominated Unicaja: Highlights from the Copa del Rey Quarterfinals

The Showdown

Real Madrid has officially booked their ticket to the semifinals of the 2026 Copa del Rey after they steamrolled Unicaja with a final score of 100-70. It was like watching a chef prepare a five-star meal as Sergio Scariolo’s squad simmered over the Malaga team, with only the first half of the first quarter displaying any real competition.

The Explosive Start

The white team wasted no time, setting the pace of the game from the get-go. A blinding 14-0 run before the end of the first quarter sparked a gap that Unicaja couldn’t touch. They came out swinging, targeting Hezonja and Tavares like they were the golden snitches of basketball. Then, the second unit took over, running like a well-oiled machine under Maledon’s leadership. This momentum kept building throughout the first half, allowing them to stretch their lead past the 20-point mark by halftime.

Game Spiraled Out of Control

On the flip side, Ibon Navarro’s crew struggled to find their footing. The physicality that Real Madrid brought was too much for them, and Kendrick Perry’s two fouls in the first quarter really threw a wrench into their plan. Players like Tyson Pérez, Killian Tillie, and David Kravish were sidelined, leaving them in a bit of a pickle. Alberto Díaz stepped in during the second quarter but it was clear that the Unicaja squad was feeling the heat.

James Webb also found himself in foul trouble, racking up his third foul before halftime when he was their top scorer with 10 points. It was like trying to run a marathon with a flat tire—Unicaja couldn’t seem to get their shots to fall, going a dismal 9 for 36 from the field in the first half. Talk about a rough start!

Deck the Halls with Gaby Deck

On a brighter note, Gaby Deck had himself a dazzling performance! Arriving at the Copa del Rey in peak form, he turned heads during the third quarter with 6 points almost back-to-back and a splendid 11 valuation in just 7 minutes. Talk about making an entrance! Deck is often a crucial player for Real Madrid in knockout rounds, so we’ll be keeping our eyes on him as the tournament unfolds. Will he be the secret sauce for their success this year?

Wrap Up

So there you have it, folks! Real Madrid is strutting into the semifinals with confidence, while Unicaja has some serious soul-searching to do. Stay tuned as the Copa del Rey action heats up!