Real Madrid held off Unicaja Malaga 91-82 in a top-tier Liga ACB showdown on December 29, 2025. In a match between two historic Spanish basketball powers, Madrid used a strong second half to secure a important nine-point home win. Unicaja started brightly, matching Madrid's intensity and keeping the score close through two quarters. After halftime, Madrid's star power and depth began to show, as they went on a decisive run to open up a double-digit lead. Malaga fought back valiantly, cutting the deficit to single digits in the final minutes, but Madrid answered every challenge with key baskets. The victory helped solidify Real Madrid's position near the top of the league table.