By Javier Molero/ jmolero@eurohoops.net
Real Madrid keeps winning in the Spanish league. Scariolo’s team stepped up in the fourth quarter on the road against Breogán (85-103).
Mario Hezonja (28 p.) and Alex Len (12 p.) had a great game. Usman Garuba added 12 points. Edy Tavares, Gaby Deck, and Alberto Abalde did not play.
It was a close first half in Lugo. Although Real Madrid started with a quick 0-10 run, Breogán fought back to tie it up at the break (43-43).
Hezonja stepped up in the third quarter, and Madrid increased the pace to secure the away win (85-103) and stay on top of the Spanish competition (15-2).
Before that, Girona conquered Zaragoza on the road (90-94). Josh Richardson has not played yet for the Spanish team, and Mark Hughes (24 p.) led the important away victory. Santi Yusta scored 27 in Zaragoza.
ACB Results Round 17
- Casademont Zaragoza – Bàsquet Girona 90-94
- Río Breogán – Real Madrid 85-103
- Hiopos Lleida – San Pablo Burgos
- Covirán Granada – Surne Bilbao
ACB Standings: Real Madrid (15-2), Valencia Basket (12-4), FC Barcelona (12-4), UCAM Murcia (11-5)…