Real Madrid celebrated a big 101-92 victory over their rivals Barça in the first Clásico of the EuroLeague season. The win was especially meaningful as it marked their first away victory in the competition this year, showing the team’s growing strength and confidence on the road.
🧠 A Smart and Composed Performance
Coach Sergio Scariolo was pleased with his team’s performance, particularly on offense. He noted that the players followed the game plan perfectly, moved the ball well, and showed great accuracy. Scariolo praised the team’s maturity, explaining that they maintained their focus and composure for the entire 40 minutes. He felt this mental strength was a key difference compared to their previous games.
💪 Overcoming Challenges on the Road
Winning away from home is never easy, especially against a tough team like Barça in front of their energetic fans. Scariolo highlighted that in past away games, the team had good moments but also suffered from very bad stretches. This time, however, they successfully managed Barça’s scoring runs and responded quickly whenever their opponent tried to build momentum. This ability to control the game mentally and technically was crucial to securing the victory.
⭐ High Praise for Key Players
While Scariolo acknowledged Trey Lyles for his focused and impressive offensive game, he named another player as the night’s true standout: Edy Tavares. The coach revealed that Tavares had been very ill the day before, with a fever of almost 40 degrees. Despite this, he traveled with the team and played. Scariolo praised his incredible commitment, saying it sent a powerful message to his teammates about facing difficulties and putting the team first.
