FC Barcelona secured a historic 134-124 victory over Baskonia in the Euroliga after three overtimes, setting the competition's highest single-team scoring record. Kevin Punter starred with 43 points in a thrilling match at Palau Blaugrana. The win ties Barcelona for the top spot alongside Hapoel.
The match between FC Barcelona and Baskonia, played on December 19, 2025, at Palau Blaugrana before 5,462 spectators, became an unforgettable Euroliga spectacle. The blaugrana side, coached by Xavi Pascual since a month ago, overcame Baskonia in a game settled after three overtimes, with a final score of 134-124. This victory not only ties Barcelona for the lead with Hapoel but marks a milestone: the 134 points are the highest ever scored by a single team in the competition's history, surpassing Real Madrid's 130 against Efes on January 6, 2024. Moreover, the combined total of 258 points is the highest recorded in the Euroliga, exceeding the 256 from that Madrid clash.
The game's progression showcased impressive offensive flair. The quarters were 17-26, 30-27, 23-22, and 27-22 in regulation time, followed by 9-9, 16-16, and a decisive 12-2 in overtime. Kevin Punter was the hero with 43 points, carrying the team in the extra periods. Tomas Satoransky added 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. For Baskonia, under Luca Galbiati, Markus Howard scored 33 points without missing until the first overtime, while Timothée Luwawu-Cabarrot tallied 26. The Vitoria-based team has not won away in Europe since December 17, 2024, against Maccabi in Belgrade.
Barcelona struggled without injured players Tornike Shengelia, Jan Vesely, and Chimezie Metu Clyburn but withstood the frantic pace. Baskonia scored 97 points in regulation, breaking the Barca's average concession of 72 points under Pascual. Referees: Lottermoser, Nedovic, and Attard; ejected Forrest and Diop.
