Valencia Basket secured its fourth Spanish Supercup on Saturday, defeating Innova-TSN Leganés 76-64 in Torrejón de Ardoz.
Pre‑match context
Coach Javier Torralba entered the game without three of his players who are currently competing in the WNBA. Despite the absences, the squad aimed to start the season with a trophy.
First half
Valencia built a modest lead, relying on balanced scoring and early defensive pressure. Leganés kept the contest close, but the hosts maintained a narrow advantage at halftime.
Second half turnaround
Torralba’s side intensified its defense, forcing turnovers and limiting Leganés to low-percentage shots. The shift allowed Valencia to extend the gap and control the tempo.
Elena Buenavida’s impact
Canary forward Elena Buenavida emerged as the offensive catalyst. Her scoring bursts and playmaking in the latter stages helped seal the 12-point victory. The performance reinforced her status as a key figure in a team targeting multiple titles this season.
Outlook
With the Supercup secured, Valencia Basket looks to build momentum for upcoming league and cup competitions, while awaiting the return of its WNBA players.