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Tenerife endured the come-back of Baskonia and defeated the Basques (70-63) to claim a crucial win at home.

The hosts took a 21-point lead in the first half and had control of the game (45-24), but saw the visitors outscore them 17-36 and cut the deficit to two (62-60).

Yet, they stood tall and closed the game on an 8-3 run to seal the deal.

Javier Beiran led the winners with 11 points, eight rebounds and six assists, while Ferran Bassas added 12 points.

Tornike Shengelia posted a double-double for the losing squad (18 points, 10 boards), as Matt Janning contributed 14.

Tenerife improved to 7-5, whereas Baskonia dropped to 9-3.