Baskonia's losing streak continues

Baskonia has lost its last six matches in the Liga Endesa and the Euroleague, marking the longest losing streak since 2014, according to Noticias de Álava. This includes all competitions the club participates in, both domestic and European.

Struggles in the Euroleague

As the last-placed team in the Euroleague with a record of 1-7, Baskonia is set to play on Friday in Villeurbanne. The team has not experienced such a long losing streak since the winter of 2014, when coach Sergio Scariolo led a squad that included Thomas Heurtel.

Recent defeats and performance

The losing streak began on October 13 at the Buesa Arena with a 79-93 loss to Dubrovnik, marking the last match of Paolo Galbiati on the bench. Velimir Perasovic, who has returned for a fourth stint with the club, has lost all five of his matches since then, including games against Virtus Bologna, Panathinaikos, La Laguna Tenerife, Valencia, and Real Madrid.

Point differential and context

In these six matches, Baskonia scored 474 points and conceded 534, averaging 79 points scored against 89. Four of the losses were by less than ten points, and four were away games. The heaviest defeat came in the most recent match against Real Madrid, where players like Theo Maledon and Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot were on the court.

Injuries and challenges

El Correo highlights the physical problems affecting several key players, including Duarte, Tadas Sedekerskis, Rodions Kurucs, and Kobi Simmons. These injuries have compounded Baskonia’s difficulties during the season.

Euroleague's only win

In the Euroleague, Baskonia's only victory of the season occurred on October 2 against Olimpia Milan (86-76). This was followed by five consecutive losses, starting with a 84-92 defeat against Besiktas on October 9. The team had also opened its European campaign with a heavy 89-106 loss to Olympiakos at home.

Liga Endesa performance

In the Liga Endesa, Baskonia has a record of three wins and two losses. The team started the season with three consecutive victories before suffering defeats in Tenerife and Valencia. The loss to Real Madrid occurred amid controversy, with the club's president, Josean Querejeta, being booed and waving white handkerchiefs.

Upcoming match and schedule

On Friday, Baskonia is set to face ASVEL in the 9th round of the Euroleague. ASVEL, ranked 15th with three wins and five losses, defeated Partizan Belgrade (82-75) on Wednesday. Baskonia's next European match is scheduled for November 5 against Fenerbahçe.