The CB Sant Antoni offered this Saturday one of its best performances of the season by beating Gran Canaria B by 88-79 in the start of the second round. With a tight defense and a fluid attack, the Pitiusos showed their potential in a game they dominated from the first quarter. The locals set the tone from the start, closing the first quarter with a comfortable 24-18. In the second quarter, they extended the advantage with a 6-0 partial that left the visitors on the ropes. The score at halftime reflected a clear 52-38 for David Barrio‘s team.
CB Sant Antoni stood out for its collective game, with key contributions from all its players. Peris led the team with an outstanding performance, adding 17 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists, which earned him a rating of 21. Arqués, with 15 points, and Laron Smith, who has revitalized the team’s game since his arrival, were also key players in the victory. For their part, Gran Canaria B showed character in the second half. Players like Bordón, with 14 points, and Maniema, top scorer with 16, tried to close the gap. However, the locals knew how to react to every attempt at a comeback. The rebounding dominance was decisive, with 38 rebounds compared to 21 for Gran Canaria. At critical moments, as when the visitors came within six points in the third quarter (61-55), Sant Antoni responded with solvency. A three-pointer by Peris brought the team back to calm, which closed the period with a 71-59. In the last quarter, Gran Canaria tried to close the gap, but the locals held on to seal the victory with a final score of 88-79.
A strategic position in the ranking
With this result, CB Sant Antoni is two wins away from second place, occupied by Llíria, and three wins away from the leader, Palmer Basket Mallorca, which continues to be unbeatable. The victory not only strengthens the aspirations of the Pitiuso team, but also confirms its steady growth this season. The next goal for David Barrio ‘s team will be to maintain this winning streak in the upcoming games and consolidate as one of the most competitive teams in the East group of the Second FEB.
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