On June 26, 1977, Real Madrid captured their eighteenth Spanish Basketball Cup, defeating Barcelona in the final held in Palma de Mallorca.
The Final Match
The game ended 97‑71 in favor of the capital club, a decisive victory that showcased Real Madrid’s tactical superiority and offensive firepower.
A Star Performer
Brabender, whose name appears in the historic records of the competition, contributed 33 points, anchoring the scoring effort and helping seal the win.
A Season of Triple Crown
That cup triumph formed part of a remarkable season in which Real Madrid also secured the Intercontinental Cup and the domestic league title, marking the third championship they claimed that year.
A Legacy of Dominance
The victory added to Real Madrid’s record of seven titles in the last eight editions of the competition, underscoring a period of sustained excellence under the guidance of coach Lolo Sainz, whose leadership had already propelled the squad to a first‑place finish in the group stage and a hard‑fought two‑legged semifinal win over Joventut.