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Azulmarino Mallorca Palma Beats Celta 70-51, Seizes Early Edge in Promotion Race

The 19-point result boosts basketaverage in a league with only one direct promotion place.

Overview

  • The second-round Liga Challenge game was played at the Pavilló de Inca in Mallorca.
  • Celta stayed competitive through halftime before a third-quarter slide with only eight points shifted control.
  • Poor shooting undermined Celta’s chances, including roughly 45% at the foul line with 16 free throws missed.
  • Mallorca controlled the glass with 66 total rebounds and 26 on the offensive end, generating repeated second chances.
  • Top scorers were Kelliher with 21 for Celta and Capel with 14 plus España with 13 for the hosts.