40 years since the 25th Basketball League title
On May 10, 1986, Real Madrid was crowned champion on Barcelona's court.
The 25th Basketball League title of Real Madrid celebrates its 40th anniversary. On May 10, 1986, the team managed by Lolo Sainz was crowned champion after defeating Barcelona away in the second game of the final. It was the third consecutive league title for our team, the only one at that time to win under the ACB format.
Real Madrid arrived in Barcelona with an advantage in the final after winning the first game 83-80. Lolo Sainz's team had the chance to clinch the series in the second match, and they did just that. Barcelona started strong and led at halftime (41-35), but our team, led by an outstanding Fernando Martín, who scored 26 points, and Townes, who added 20, turned the game around to win 86-88 in a thrilling final stretch.
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