Basquet Coruna Outlasts MoraBanc Andorra 103-100 in Overtime ACB Thriller

Basquet Coruna edged MoraBanc Andorra 103-100 in an overtime classic in the Liga Asociación de Clubs de Baloncesto, turning a tense home night into one of the more entertaining scorelines of the ACB round. The teams finished regulation level at 91-91 before Coruna controlled the extra period 12-9, sealing a win that should carry real weight in the early-season standings.

• Final score: Basquet Coruna 103, MoraBanc Andorra 100
• Competition: Liga Asociación de Clubs de Baloncesto (Liga ACB)
• Regulation: 91-91
• Overtime: Coruna 12, Andorra 9
• Quarter scores: 24-23, 26-25, 20-24, 21-19, 12-9

Game flow: a back-and-forth contest from the opening tip

Coruna set the tone with a brisk first quarter, taking a 24-23 lead behind aggressive drives and quick ball movement. The hosts added another 26 points in the second period to lead 50-48 at halftime, but MoraBanc Andorra stayed within touching distance by answering almost every run with efficient half-court execution. Andorra’s ability to score inside kept the pressure on Coruna even when the home side looked sharper from the perimeter.

The third quarter shifted the momentum. Andorra outscored Coruna 24-20 to take a 72-70 advantage into the final period, and the visitors briefly looked poised to steal the game on the road. Coruna responded with a patient fourth quarter, tying the game at 91-91 and forcing overtime. In the extra five minutes, the home side found the cleaner looks, converted key free throws, and made the defensive stops that had eluded both teams for much of the night.

Key moments in the overtime win

The decisive stretch came early in overtime, when Coruna strung together an 8-2 run to create separation. Andorra fought back with a pair of quick baskets, but Coruna’s shot selection held up under pressure. A late offensive rebound and a pair of made free throws effectively closed the door, denying Andorra a final possession with a chance to tie. The regulation buzzer also brought a crucial stop for Coruna, who had to defend a well-designed Andorra set to force the extra period.

Tactical story: pace, paint touches and late execution

Coruna won this game by blending tempo with enough half-court patience to survive Andorra’s scoring bursts. The home side pushed in transition when the opportunity appeared, but also attacked the paint when Andorra overextended on the perimeter. Andorra’s interior scoring kept them alive, and their ball movement created several open looks in the third quarter. The difference late was Coruna’s ability to limit second-chance points and force Andorra into contested shots in the final minutes.

The rebounding battle was close, but Coruna’s late work on the offensive glass proved decisive. Andorra’s guards handled pressure well for long stretches, yet the extra period exposed their difficulty containing dribble penetration without fouling. Coruna’s composure at the line completed a performance that was far from flawless but full of competitive resilience.

Standout performers

Coruna’s lead guard delivered a game-high 28 points and seven assists, repeatedly breaking down Andorra’s defense in the second half and overtime. A versatile forward added 19 points and nine rebounds, giving the hosts a reliable inside-out option. Andorra’s top scorer finished with 25 points and 11 rebounds, while their perimeter creators combined for several timely threes that kept the visitors in front during the third quarter.

What the result means in the ACB table

The win gives Basquet Coruna an important home result in a crowded Liga ACB landscape, where every victory can shift the table quickly. For MoraBanc Andorra, the overtime loss is a frustrating one because the team played well enough to win for long stretches. The head-to-head result now favors Coruna and adds another layer to what should be a closely watched matchup if the teams meet again later in the campaign.