Monbus Obradoiro has sealed its return to the Liga Endesa, celebrating victory over Gipuzkoa at Sar and capturing the Primera FEB championship title two years after being relegated. The squad finished level with Leyma Coruña, both holding a 28-4 record, but a superior head‑to‑head average gave coach Diego Epifanio’s team the direct promotion spot.
Now, for a more sentimental yet equally competitive choice, the question remains: who was the Obradoiro’s MVP of promotion? A poll has opened to let fans cast their vote. The decision is far from easy, as the climb back was never defined by a single player. Obradoiro was one of the most complete teams in the league, averaging 92 points per game, 19.3 assists, 8.9 steals, and 107 efficiency credits in the Primera FEB. The side was known for its tempo, ball movement, outside threat, and deep rotation, with several players taking on leadership roles at different moments.
**Alex Barcello: Consistency and Efficiency**
If the vote rewards steady performance, Alex Barcello stands out as a solid candidate. The shooting guard was Obradoiro’s leading scorer in the regular season with 13.1 points per game, along with 2.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.3 steals, and an average efficiency rating of 15.7. He also shot 42.9% from three‑point range and 83.7% from the free‑throw line, numbers that reflect his offensive weight and reliability throughout the campaign. His scoring was complemented by increased defensive and rebounding contributions this year.
Barcello’s case goes beyond stats. He was voted the Estrella Galicia MVP of October with 37.1% of the fan vote, and received the same monthly recognition in December, this time with 62.5% of the ballots. He was decisive early in the season and again when the team was fighting to consolidate its position at the top.
**Leo Westermann: The Team’s Thermometer**
Another inevitable name is Léo Westermann. The French point guard was one of the team’s main orchestrators and the league’s third‑best assist man, embodying Obradoiro’s competitive leap. He started all 32 regular‑season games, averaging 10.9 points, 5 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and a 43.2% three‑point percentage. On the court, he was the difference maker.
Beyond scoring, Westermann gave the attack structure. In DBasket advanced stats, he ranked well above the league average in assist percentage, three‑point volume, steals, and offensive rating. He was also chosen as the Estrella Galicia MVP of March with 71.9% of the fan vote, a recognition that came during the decisive stretch of the season.
**Felipe Dos Anjos: The Interior Pillar**
Any MVP vote must include Felipe Dos Anjos, one of the most dominant interior players in the championship and a constant pick‑and‑roll threat alongside the French guard. His averages of 10.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 14.3 efficiency points per game speak of a highly efficient season. A 70.8% conversion rate on two‑point shots made him a reliable target near the rim.
Advanced metrics from DBasket further strengthen his case: Dos Anjos was well above the league average in blocks, two‑point attempts, offensive rebounds, rebounding percentage, true shooting percentage, and offensive rating. He may not have been the media focus, but he was a structural piece that explained Obradoiro’s superiority in the paint.
**Sergi Quintela: Character, Defense, and Energy**
The impact of Sergi Quintela cannot be overlooked. He brought intensity, defensive pressure, and hustle that elevated the team’s overall performance. While his raw numbers may not match the leaders, his contributions on both ends, especially in key moments, made him a vital cog in the promotion machine. His energy was infectious and often turned the tide in close games.
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