In a dominant display of offensive firepower, MoraBanc Andorra crushed Forca Lleida 116–88 at the Barris Nord on May 24, 2026, in a Liga ACB clash that showcased the gulf in class between the two Catalan sides. The visitors raced to an early lead and never looked back, leaving the home crowd silenced by a relentless barrage of three-pointers and fast-break points.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, MoraBanc Andorra imposed their will. They shot an electric 62% from the field and knocked down 16 of 30 three-point attempts, leaving Forca Lleida’s defense scrambling. The first quarter set the tone as Andorra raced to a 34–18 lead, capitalizing on turnovers and second-chance opportunities. By halftime, the margin had ballooned to 66–44, and the second half offered little relief for the hosts.
Key Moments
- First Quarter Blitz: Andorra opened with a 12–2 run in the first three minutes, forcing an early Lleida timeout. Guard Marcos Knight scored 10 points in the period.
- Three-Point Barrage: The visitors hit seven triples in the second quarter alone, with forward Moussa Diagne converting from deep twice to extend the lead past 20.
- Lleida’s Brief Fightback: Down by 24 in the third quarter, Forca Lleida used a 9–0 spurt capped by a Kenny Hasbrouck three to trim the deficit to 15. But Andorra responded with an 18–4 run to restore order.
Standout Performers
For the winners, Marcos Knight was unstoppable, finishing with 27 points on 10-of-14 shooting, adding 6 assists and 4 steals. Center Moussa Diagne logged a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds, dominating the paint at both ends. Guard Jerrick Harding chipped in 21 points off the bench, showcasing his quick first step and lethal mid-range game.
For Lleida, Kenny Hasbrouck led the scoring with 23 points, but struggled with efficiency, shooting 8-of-20. Veteran forward Jordi Trias added 14 points and 7 rebounds in a losing effort.
Tactical Story
MoraBanc Andorra’s game plan revolved around pace and space. They pushed the tempo after every defensive rebound, catching Lleita’s transition defense flat-footed time and again. Offensively, they spread the floor with four perimeter shooters, creating driving lanes for Knight and Harding. Defensively, they hedged hard on ball screens and forced Lleida into tough mid-range jumpers. The result: Lleida shot just 41% from the field and committed 14 turnovers.
Impact on the Season
The victory cemented Andorra’s push for a top-six finish in the Liga ACB standings, improving their record to 22–12. For Lleida, the loss dropped them to 13–21, leaving their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. With only a handful of games remaining, the team will need a dramatic turnaround to avoid the relegation play-in zone.

