55 years since the 13th Spanish Basketball Cup
On April 23, 1971, Real Madrid retained the title against Joventut (72-63).
Real Madrid defeated Joventut in the final of their 13th Spanish Cup. This match took place in Vitoria, and Luyk (18 points) and Brabender (16) led the madridista scoring in the 72-63 victory. Our team secured the title for the second consecutive year against Joventut, continuing a streak of dominance in the Cup, during which six consecutive editions were won between 1970 and 1975.
To claim the title, Pedro Ferrándiz's team defeated Barcelona in the quarterfinals with an aggregate score of 138-122, and in the next round overcame Manresa (149-186) to secure a place in the final. Alongside their success in the Cup, Real Madrid closed the season with a double by also winning the League.
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