The Spanish basketball scene is gearing up for an exciting new edition of the Copa del rey, hosted by the ACB (Liga Endesa). This year, the tournament will unfold in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with the Gran Canaria Arena serving as the battleground from February 13 to 16. The top eight teams from the first half of the national league will clash in a knockout-style competition, spanning four intense days of action. Real Madrid, the defending champions from their victory in Malaga last year, are among the contenders vying for the coveted trophy.
Before the tournament tips off,the focus shifts to the quarterfinal draw,which will determine the matchups and the path each team must navigate. This pivotal event is scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, at 12:30 p.m. (peninsular time, one hour earlier in the Canary Islands) at the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium. ACB President Antonio Martín, alongside special guests, will oversee the draw, setting the stage for the thrilling battles ahead.
The eight teams that have secured their spots (with Gran Canaria as the host) are:
· Unicaja Baloncesto: Leading the pack with 14 wins and 3 losses
· Valencia Basket: Close behind with 13 wins and 4 losses
· Real Madrid: Tied for third with 13 wins and 4 losses
· La Laguna Tenerife: Fourth place with 12 wins and 5 losses
· Joventut: Fifth position with 11 wins and 6 losses
· Baxi Manresa: Sixth place with 10 wins and 7 losses
· Dreamland Gran Canaria: Seventh with 10 wins and 7 losses
· Barça: Rounding out the qualifiers with 9 wins and 8 losses
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