Dreamland Gran Canaria has taken an important step towards survival in the Liga Endesa by convincingly defeating La Laguna Tenerife in the Canarian derby with a score of 103-82. This victory, coupled with MoraBanc Andorra's loss, allows the Gran Canarian team to distance themselves in the relegation battle with three games remaining in the regular season.
The team coached by Néstor Che García, currently fifteenth with a record of 10 wins and 21 losses, will face Hiopos Lleida this Sunday (11:00 AM) at the Espai Fruita Barris Nord. The Lleida-based team is thirteenth with an 11-20 record, making this a direct duel to avoid relegation.
Power forward Eric Vila, after his performance in the match, expressed his satisfaction with the team's work: 'We did a good job for many minutes of the game and understood what we were looking for. The game plan worked very well, and I am very happy for the team.'
“"The situation is complicated, but we are going to get through it, without a doubt."
Vila added that the team is focused and competing well away from home, confident in their chances against Hiopos Lleida. He also thanked the fans for their support, calling them 'top-notch'.
Meanwhile, Argentine small forward Nicolás Brussino, who contributed 14 points, five rebounds, and 21 valuation credits, described the game as 'tremendous' and highlighted the team's attitude and play. 'We showed we are good and we have what it takes to fight,' he stated.
The derby is the way. We showed we are good and have what it takes to fight. We have to focus on ourselves and keep going.
Brussino urged the fans to continue trusting and supporting the team until the end, assuring that if they win their remaining games, 'nobody will be able to catch us.'
