Key Highlights
- Jornada 6 of the Liga Endesa 2025-26 season features several key matches with important local derbies and historic rivalries.
- The UCAM Murcia – BAXI Manresa match highlights notable players like Ennis and Sito Alonso, while the Río Breogán – Dreamland Gran Canaria match showcases Francis Alonso’s leadership.
- Baskonia’s visit to Hiopos Lleida is a rematch of previous encounters with Forrest and Howard playing crucial roles for Baskonia.
- The Barcelona – Bàsquet Girona derby has a rich history, with Satoransky on the brink of breaking records in his second stint at the club.
Key Matches of Jornada 6: Liga Endesa 2025-26
The sixth edition of Spain’s top-tier professional basketball league, the Liga Endesa, is set to be an exciting round with several key matches. The season kicks off on November 8 and concludes on November 9, providing fans with a weekend packed full of intense contests.
UCAM Murcia vs BAXI Manresa
The UCAM Murcia – BAXI Manresa match is set for Saturday at 18:00. UCAM Murcia has dominated the rivalry with four consecutive wins, and their home record of 16-8 offers a strong advantage. The team’s star, Ennis, scored 23 points in a recent encounter against Manresa.
UCAM Murcia is expected to field a solid lineup including DeJulius and Forrest, who are averaging over 10 points per game and showing excellent shooting efficiency. Meanwhile, BAXI Manresa faces some uncertainty with Louis Olinde and Alfonso Plummer’s availability for the match.
Río Breogán vs Dreamland Gran Canaria
The Río Breogán – Dreamland Gran Canaria clash on Saturday at 19:00 is another important derby. Both teams are evenly matched with two wins each, but Dreamland Gran Canaria has won their last three visits to Lugo.
Key player Francis Alonso of Río Breogán is performing exceptionally well, averaging 14.8 points per game. The match will also see the return of Dani Díez for Dreamland Gran Canaria after recovering from a hand injury. Meanwhile, Luke Fischer of Río Breogán has shown significant improvement and may play a vital role in the contest.
La Laguna Tenerife vs Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos
In an exciting match on Saturday at 20:00, La Laguna Tenerife will host Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos. La Laguna Tenerife holds a strong home record of five wins against three losses for the season. The last meeting saw Marcelinho Huertas scoring 19 points as La Laguna triumphed by a wide margin.
Marcelinho Huertas is just two more points away from breaking into the top 10 scorers in Liga Endesa history, creating a compelling narrative for his performance this weekend. The match will also feature Gio Shermadini, who has been outstanding and could secure his third MVP award of the season.
MoraBanc Andorra vs Unicaja
The MoraBanc Andorra – Unicaja clash on Saturday at 21:00 is a significant test for both teams. Unicaja leads the historic head-to-head series with seven wins against just one loss, and their strong performance in previous meetings has set them up well for this match.
Alberto Díaz of MoraBanc Andorra, who has been an integral part of the team’s success over the years, is just two assists away from becoming the club’s all-time leader in assists. The match will also see a reunion between Ibon Navarro and Joan Plaza, both of whom have significant roles to play for their respective teams.
Hiopos Lleida vs Baskonia
The derby match on Sunday at 12:00 sees Hiopos Lleida hosting Baskonia. The previous meetings between the two teams are in Baskonia’s favor, with five wins against only one for Hiopos Lleida.
Baskonia’s recent performance has been bolstered by contributions from Luwawu-Cabarrot and Kurucs, who combined for 38 points recently. Tadas Sedekerskis is also on the brink of breaking into the top 10 rebounders in club history but faces a challenging match.
Maxi Fjellerup’s absence continues to be a concern for Hiopos Lleida, with his return uncertain. Baskonia may welcome back Trent Forrest and Markus Howard as they prepare to face their former coach, Joan Peñarroya, who will look to maintain Baskonia’s dominance in this fixture.
Bàsquet Girona vs Barça
The Sunday derby between Bàsquet Girona and Barcelona is a must-watch event. The history of this rivalry dates back years with the Barça holding a significant edge, but Girona managed to secure a thrilling victory in early 2025.
Tomas Satoransky’s imminent record-breaking performance remains a focal point for both teams. Meanwhile, Barcelona will be closely monitoring the availability of key players like Nicolás Laprovittola and Tornike Shengelia as they prepare for this high-stakes encounter with their arch-rivals from Girona.
Coviran Granada vs Valencia Basket
The leader of Liga Endesa, Valencia Basket, travels to Granada on Sunday at 17:00. Valencia’s strong form has seen them start the season undefeated and aiming to consolidate their position as leaders. They will face a formidable challenge from a Coviran Granada team that will be keen to end their losing streak against the top team.
Jaume Ponsarnau of Valencia Basket is optimistic about his squad’s readiness for this match, with Yankuba Sima fully recovered and available if needed. The strong performance by Valencia’s entire roster in recent weeks has set a high bar for their opponents to meet on Sunday.
Surne Bilbao Basket vs Casademont Zaragoza
The Surne Bilbao – Casademont Zaragoza match on Sunday at 18:00 is another crucial contest. Surne Bilbao holds a slight advantage in the head-to-head series, but last year’s encounter saw an epic battle that ended with a narrow win for the visiting team.
The performance of Santi Yusta has been outstanding this season, making him the league’s top scorer and a key player to watch. Casademont Zaragoza will need to find ways to contain Yusta if they hope to secure a victory on Bilbao’s home court.
Joventut Badalona vs Real Madrid
The Joventut Badalona – Real Madrid clash on Sunday at 19:00 is one of the most intense rivalries in Liga Endesa. The teams have faced each other more than any other pair, making this a highly anticipated match.
Joventut’s strong home record and recent victory over Real Madrid will provide them with confidence heading into this fixture. Edy Tavares’ defensive prowess is crucial for Joventut to maintain their unbeaten home record, while the Real Madrid team will need to find ways to overcome their own struggles in Badalona.
The Jornada 6 of Liga Endesa promises to be a thrilling weekend with numerous key matches that fans cannot miss. Teams are expected to put on a display of top-level basketball as they vie for supremacy and try to maintain or improve their standing in the league standings.
