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Real Madrid Downs Maccabi 98–86 in Empty Movistar Arena

The closed-doors win pushed Madrid to 13–8, strengthening its hold on direct playoff qualification.

Overview

  • Real Madrid broke open a tight game after halftime with improved defense and 14-of-29 shooting from three.
  • Facundo Campazzo tallied 15 points with 5 assists and 3 steals, and Mario Hezonja led the team with 16 points.
  • Gabriel Deck contributed 11 points and 5 rebounds off the bench after sitting out the previous EuroLeague game.
  • The victory was Madrid’s third in a row in EuroLeague play, consolidating a top-six position in the standings.
  • The matchup was played without spectators at Movistar Arena, with a local report attributing the closure to a Spanish government request.