Valencia secured a 100-93 road win over San Pablo Burgos in the Liga ACB, using a balanced offensive attack and a late fourth-quarter surge to pull away from a stubborn Burgos side. The game was close for three quarters, but Valencia’s depth and shot-making proved decisive in the final minutes.

Match overview

San Pablo Burgos came out with energy, attacking the offensive glass and pushing the tempo whenever possible. Valencia matched that intensity early, trading baskets in a high-scoring first half. Neither team could build a significant lead, and the halftime score reflected the tight nature of the contest.

Valencia took a 76-71 lead into the final quarter, but Burgos kept fighting. The hosts cut the deficit to two points with under five minutes to play, setting up a tense finish. Valencia’s response was immediate and clinical, as they scored on four consecutive possessions to push the lead back to nine.

Key moments

The decisive run came with just over four minutes remaining. Burgos had trimmed the lead to 84-82 after a three-pointer from the wing, but Valencia answered with a 9-2 burst. The sequence included a tough baseline jumper, an offensive rebound putback and a transition layup after a steal. That run forced Burgos to call timeout and changed the momentum for good.

Burgos made one last attempt to extend the game by fouling, but Valencia converted six of their final eight free throws to seal the win. The visitors’ ability to execute in clutch situations was the difference in a game where both teams shot the ball well.

Tactical story

Valencia’s offense was built on ball movement and inside-out play. Their big men set strong screens and rolled hard to the rim, drawing help defenders and creating open looks for shooters. When Burgos adjusted, Valencia’s guards attacked off the dribble and finished in the paint.

Burgos stayed in the game by winning the rebounding battle and scoring second-chance points. They also forced Valencia into several live-ball turnovers in the first half. However, Valencia’s defensive intensity increased in the fourth quarter, and Burgos’s shot quality declined as the clock became a factor.

Standout players

• Chris Jones led Valencia with 19 points and seven assists.
• Jaime Pradilla added 16 points and eight rebounds, giving Valencia a strong interior presence.
• Alex Lopez paced San Pablo Burgos with 20 points and five assists.
• Miha Lapornik contributed 17 points for the hosts.

Season impact

The win is an important road result for Valencia in the Liga ACB standings, highlighting their ability to close out tight games. San Pablo Burgos will be disappointed to lose at home after competing for long stretches, but their offensive performance showed they can score against quality opposition. Valencia’s balance and late-game execution remain their biggest strengths.