Unicaja Malaga has won the FIBA Intercontinental Cup for the second year in a row, defeating the NBA G League United team 71-61 in a hard-fought final. The Spanish team showcased their strength in the second half to secure the prestigious title once again.
🏆 A Game-Changing Third Quarter
The final match was a tale of two halves. Unicaja Malaga was trailing 31-36 just before halftime, but they returned to the court with incredible energy. They completely dominated the third quarter, outscoring their opponents 23-5. This powerful performance gave them a comfortable 56-41 lead going into the final period, a gap that the NBA G League United team could not close.
🌟 Key Players Stepped Up
Several players delivered standout performances for the champions. Killian Tillie led the scoring for Unicaja Malaga with 14 points, supported by Tyler Kalinoski who added 12 points. Kendrick Perry also had a great all-around game with 11 points, five rebounds, and five assists. For the NBA G League United, Jaden Shackelford was the top scorer with 17 points, while Faron Hunt recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.
🥉 Historic Bronze Medal for Alahli SC
In the game for third place, Libyan team Alahli SC made history. They came back from a 10-point deficit to defeat Flamengo 95-85. This victory marks the first time an African team has ever won a medal in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup. Makur Maker and Ivan Almeida were instrumental in the win, both scoring 21 points for Alahli SC.
