Jaen CB edged out Club Basquet Mollet 87-83 in a thrilling Segunda FEB contest on May 29, 2026, at the Pavelló Municipal de Mollet. The visitors overcame a feisty home side in a game that swung back and forth until the final minute.
Match Overview
The encounter was a classic battle between two mid-table sides looking to finish the season strong. Jaen CB arrived with a balanced attack and sharp perimeter shooting, while Club Basquet Mollet relied on their physical inside game and vocal home support. From the opening tip, both teams traded baskets, and neither could build a lead larger than seven points.
Key Moments
Mollet started the second quarter with an 8-0 run, energised by their crowd, and took a 41-36 advantage into halftime. But Jaen responded after the break, tightening their defence and forcing turnovers. A 14-4 surge in the third quarter gave Jaen a lead they would not relinquish. In the final period, Mollet cut the deficit to one point twice, but Jaen’s veteran guard Álvaro Sánchez hit a crucial three-pointer with 1:15 left, extending the margin to 85-80. Mollet never got closer than two points the rest of the way.
Standout Performers
- Jaen CB: Sánchez finished with a game-high 24 points, including 4 triples, and added 6 assists. Forward Carlos Ruiz contributed a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds.
- Club Basquet Mollet: Center Marc Vilalta dominated the paint with 22 points and 9 boards, while point guard Pol Font scored 18 points and dished out 7 assists.
Tactical Story
Jaen’s decision to switch to a zone defence early in the third quarter disrupted Mollet’s rhythm and forced them into contested outside shots. Offensively, Jaen spread the floor and attacked the basket through dribble penetration, drawing fouls and converting 21 of 26 free throws. Mollet, by contrast, shot only 12-of-20 from the line, a difference that proved decisive.
Season Impact
The victory lifted Jaen CB to a 16-12 record, keeping them firmly in playoff contention in Segunda FEB Group B. Club Basquet Mollet fell to 14-14, still mathematically alive but needing a strong finish to climb into the top eight. As the regular season enters its final weeks, every result counts in the hunt for promotion spots.
Club Basquet Mollet vs Jaen CB Live Score, Stats & Results
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