Valencia edged Basquet Girona 84-81 in ACB action, surviving a tight finish to secure a three-point road win. The game stayed within one or two possessions for long stretches, with both teams leaning heavily on perimeter shooting and half-court execution rather than a runaway scoring burst. Valencia’s ability to generate efficient looks and control the glass proved decisive over the course of the night. They shot 50.0% from the field (14/28) and won the rebounding battle 44-31, creating extra possessions and limiting Girona’s second-chance opportunities. Valencia also moved the ball effectively with 19 assists, helping them answer Girona runs and keep the pressure on late. Individually, Matt Costello led all scorers with 20 points for Valencia, providing steady production when Girona threatened to close the gap. Kameron Taylor added 12 points, while Girona was paced by Josep Busquets (17 points) and got balanced support from Martinas Geben (12) and Otis Livingston (12). Despite Girona’s scoring contributions across multiple players, Valencia’s edge in possession game and overall efficiency helped them close out the final minutes. For Valencia, the win reinforces the value of rebounding and ball movement in tight ACB contests, especially in close finishes. For Girona, the narrow loss highlights the importance of matching physicality on the boards and converting key late-game possessions to flip one-possession outcomes.