Movistar Estudiantes Snaps Winning Streak with 82-85 Loss

Movistar Estudiantes returned to Magariños after the Queen's Cup, where they failed to advance past the first round. The match had special significance as it marked the return of Ángela Salvadores, an important player for the Madrid team last season whose departure was contentious. She posted on social media: "Disappointed by the treatment received. But very grateful to the fans for their affection and support throughout the season."

The game began with the Madrid team setting the pace, leading throughout. However, the Gernika side stayed close, keeping the score tight until the final minutes, managing to close the quarter with their first lead of the game. Ángela Salvadores was the best player for the visiting team in this opening period, with seven points, two rebounds and two assists. 25-26.

Women In Black managed to regain the lead on the scoreboard, though without the dominance shown at the start of the game, they quickly fell behind again for a quarter full of lead changes. Before halftime, the Gernika team managed to pull away on the scoreboard, approaching a 10-point difference 42-47 (17-21).

Upon returning to the court, the biggest problem for the Madrid team was rebounding, conceding up to four offensive rebounds in a row. The scoreboard remained in favor of Lucas Fernández's team, reaching a stalemate at the 10-point barrier that increasingly complicated matters for the Madrid side that started so well. The final four minutes of the third quarter revived Olmo Gómez's team, who reopened the game leaving the score 66-69 (24-22).

The final period returned the lead to the Madrid team but tighter than ever. Although the home side took the lead on more than one occasion. With just one minute to play, the visiting team enjoyed a one-point advantage, Olmo's team could not get any closer and it was Ángela Salvadores who with a mid-range shot put the Basque side ahead, securing the victory thanks to a shot by Juana Camilión in the final second that missed 82-85 (16-16).

The MVP for Estudiantes was German Frieda Bühner, with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. For the visitors, Masa Jankovic was the best with 23 points and 7 rebounds. Ángela Salvadores also had a great game with 19 points and 9 assists. Olmo Gómez's next game will be on April 8 against Spar Girona.

Movistar Estudiantes: Frieda Mizzi Buhner (29), Lisa Lucette Djamila (5), Aleksandra Stanacev NJ, Isabel Latorre Alcantara (3), Irati Etxarri Munarriz (8), Carla Osma Cruz (3), Laura Elaine Erikstrup NJ, Paige Marlene Crozon (7), Juana Camilion Cuccaro (16), Madeleine Claire Garrick (5), Nneka Chizoba Ezeigbo (6). Head Coach: Pablo Olmo Gomez Cenamor

Lointek Gernika Bizkaia: Esther Matarranz Martín (2), Naia Zubiaga Rojo NJ, Ane Olaeta Larrauri (9), Angela Salvadores (19), Laura Westerik (7), Masa Jankovic (23), Esther Castedo Potente (5), Emily Bessoir (9), Aaronette Vonleh (4), Isabelle Mackenzie (7). Head Coach: Lucas Fernandez Peces