A tough end to Unicaja’s reign in the FIBA Champions League as they fell to AEK 78-65 in the Final Four semifinals on May 7, 2026. The Spanish side never found their rhythm, while AEK dominated from start to finish. Combined with La Laguna Tenerife’s earlier defeat, no Spanish team will feature in the final.
The game was a struggle for Unicaja from the opening tip. Shots weren’t falling, the offense lacked flow, and AEK’s defense was stifling. By halftime, Unicaja trailed 37-21, unable to recover despite second-half adjustments.
Key moments included AEK’s Brown throwing down a two-handed dunk to make it 60-74, and a clutch 2+1 play from Gray. Unicaja’s Bartley hit a timely triple, but AEK consistently answered, with Lekavicius and Kalinoski providing long-range firepower. The final quarter saw Unicaja cut the deficit to single digits briefly, but AEK’s composure sealed the win.
The final scoreline reflected AEK’s superiority: 78-65, ending Unicaja’s hope for a repeat title. The Greek team now advances to the championship game.
