Overview
- Mallorca’s loss in Vallecas drew sharp criticism of their direction and raised relegation alarms after a display short on chances even with a late man advantage.
- Captain Antonio Raíllo suffered a dislocated clavicle during the week and will be out for weeks, with Marash Kumbulla called to anchor central defense.
- Jagoba Arrasate, who warned the team needed “eleven warriors,” emphasized tactical tweaks and downplayed reliance on transfer-market fixes.
- Unicaja beat Valencia Basket 70-76 at the Roig Arena to reach 9-6 and sit virtually qualified for the Copa del Rey, highlighted by Chase Audige’s 20-point, emotional performance.
- Extremadura drew 1-1 with Real Jaén to make it one win in seven and remain outside the promotion playoff places, with Róber Correa beginning a two-match suspension.