UCAM Murcia continues breaking barriers with impressive road victory over Morabanc Andorra (89-95)
Liga Endesa - UCAM Murcia secured a crucial away victory against Morabanc Andorra, led by David DeJulius' 22 points and Kelan Martin's exceptional 3-point shooting display with 6 of 12 from beyond the arc, as they completed a second-half comeback to win 89-95.
UCAM Murcia continues hot streak with impressive road victory Photo Credit: UCAM Murcia
The game started with an explosive 3-point shooting display from both teams. Morabanc Andorra opened with a perfect 4 of 4 from beyond the arc, including two makes from Aaron Best, while the visitors responded with an impressive 4 of 5 start, featuring two early 3-pointers from David DeJulius.
Žan Tabak‘s team initially struggled to maintain their early momentum, going from a 17-13 lead to suffering a devastating 2-15 run that put them behind 19-28. The first quarter concluded with UCAM Murcia holding a 22-28 advantage, capped off by a Castañeda 3-pointer.
DAVID DEJULIUS no baja el ritmo… está de 𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙘𝙚 🤩
El base de @UCAMMurcia prolonga su gran momento y vuelve a liderar el triunfo ante @morabancandorra con 2⃣2⃣ puntos, 6⃣ asistencias y 2⃣5⃣ de valoración💥
⚡️ @DavidDejulius | #LigaEndesa pic.twitter.com/kJGTUZUopr
— Liga Endesa (@ACBCOM) April 19, 2026
MoraBanc’s second-quarter surge falls short
A strong 17-5 run sparked MoraBanc’s reaction in the second quarter. Led by Shannon Evans II’s playmaking and Artem Pustovyi‘s interior dominance, Tabak’s squad managed to flip the scoreboard, establishing a 39-33 lead with three minutes remaining before halftime.
Sito Alonso’s team responded through free-throw accuracy, with Cacok leading the charge, and a buzzer-beating basket from Justin McKoy left the halftime score at 43-38 in favor of the hosts. Best contributed 11 points while DeJulius added 13 in the opening half.
The third quarter began with MoraBanc extending their lead to nine points (49-40) through 3-pointers from Shannon Evans II and Sir’Jabari Rice. UCAM Murcia implemented a 2-3 zone defense to counter the hosts’ offensive flow, and despite Andorra’s physical resistance, the visitors found their rhythm in the final stretch. Crucial 3-pointers from Nakic and Jaylen Hands tied the game at 66, as the home team failed to maintain their defensive intensity.
UCAM Murcia completed their comeback early in the fourth quarter with a decisive 3-9 run, establishing a 69-75 lead with 6:17 remaining. Tabak’s team struggled offensively and accumulated numerous unforced turnovers during the crucial moments.
With 2:27 left on the clock, Alonso’s squad maintained control at 78-86, displaying fresher legs against opponents hampered by nerves and anxiety. Kelan Martin‘s sixth 3-pointer of the night sealed the victory for the visitors.
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