On a spring night in 2013, Real Madrid put the finishing touch on a dominant season by capturing the 31st Basketball League title, ending a long wait that had stretched back over a decade.
The championship series reached its climax at the WiZink Center, where the capital side edged Barcelona 79‑71 in the decisive fifth game, sealing a 3‑2 victory in the best‑of‑five showdown.
Real Madrid had entered the playoffs with a perfect blend of experience and depth, having dispatched Obradoiro in the quarterfinals before overcoming Zaragoza in the semifinals, while finishing the regular campaign with a staggering 30‑4 record.
Veteran forward Felipe Reyes stood out throughout the series, earning the tournament’s Most Valuable Player award after delivering a series‑high performance that underscored his lasting impact on the team.
The triumph added another chapter to Real Madrid’s storied basketball legacy, reinforcing the club’s reputation as a perennial powerhouse in Spanish sport and setting the stage for future ambitions.
A milestone in Spanish basketball
Beyond the scoreboard, the championship resonated as a cultural milestone, illustrating the growing prominence of club basketball in the country and cementing Real Madrid’s place in its history.