The team led by Rubén Burgos started the game with great accuracy from beyond the arc, establishing a significant lead from the opening minutes. Ivonne Anderson was key with three consecutive three-pointers that opened the scoring with an initial 3-11, in a quarter where eight of the first nine baskets were three-pointers, including those from the home team. The first period ended 18-25 in favor of the Valencian side.

During the second quarter, Valencia Basket maintained control of the game and slightly extended their lead with a 16-18 run, reaching halftime with a score of 34-43. The team's solidity continued after the break, with a dominant third quarter (16-23) that allowed them to enter the final ten minutes with a clear advantage.

In the last quarter, the Valencian team reached a maximum lead of twenty points (53-73). However, Ensino Lugo reacted in the final stretch with a 22-19 run, narrowing the gap and leaving the tie open for the return match, which will be played on Sunday at the Roig Arena in Valencia.

Leo Fiebich was Valencia Basket's top scorer with 16 points, including four three-pointers out of six attempts, followed by Hillsman with 15 and Anderson with 14. For Ensino, Imane Tate led with 18 points. This matchup brings together two teams that were promoted to the top division together in 2018 and are now fighting for a place in the semifinals. In the other tie, Leganés and Girona drew 82-82, meaning the potential opponent for the 'taronja' team will be decided in Fontajau.