Palencia Baloncesto Dominates Grupo Alega Cantabria in Primera FEB Blowout

Palencia Baloncesto delivered a commanding performance on their home court, crushing Grupo Alega Cantabria 100-70 in the Spain Primera FEB on May 9, 2026. The emphatic victory underscored Palencia’s status as one of the division’s most dangerous offensive teams and kept their promotion hopes firmly alive.

Match Overview

From the very first quarter, Palencia set an aggressive tone. They attacked the rim relentlessly, drew fouls, and knocked down open jumpers with precision. The home side’s full-court pressure forced Cantabria into early turnovers, leading to easy transition buckets. By halftime, Palencia had built a commanding 54-32 lead.

The second half was more of the same. Palencia’s bench contributed heavily, with multiple reserves reaching double figures. Cantabria struggled to find any rhythm offensively, shooting below 35% from the field and committing 18 turnovers. The visitors’ only bright spot came from their starting guard, who scored 19 points, but it was far from enough to challenge Palencia’s relentless attack.

Key Performers

• Palencia Baloncesto: The team’s leading scorer poured in 26 points on 10-of-14 shooting, including 4 three-pointers. A teammate added a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds. In total, six Palencia players scored in double figures.
• Grupo Alega Cantabria: The lone standout was their shooting guard, who tallied 19 points and 4 assists. However, he received little support from the frontcourt, which was outrebounded 42-28.

Season Context

The victory moved Palencia to within one game of the top four in the Primera FEB standings. With their high-tempo offense and stifling defense, they have now won four of their last five contests. For Cantabria, the loss dropped them to 11-18, deepening their relegation concerns. The team has now lost six consecutive road games and must find answers quickly.

Game Impact

Palencia’s 30-point margin of victory is their largest of the season, a statement win that sends a message to rivals. Their ability to share the ball (27 assists) and dominate the glass were key factors. Cantabria, meanwhile, will need to address defensive breakdowns and poor shot selection if they hope to avoid the drop. Next up for Palencia is a crucial away fixture against a direct playoff competitor, while Cantabria returns home to face a struggling bottom-tier side.