LUGO, Spain (Interstat) — Women’s professional basketball takes center stage Sunday when Ensino hosts IDK Gipuzkoa in the opening game for both teams. Each club enters with a 0-0 record, leaving plenty of uncertainty as the season begins. Ensino will have the advantage of playing at home in Lugo, while IDK Gipuzkoa will try to spoil the home opener and start the campaign with a road victory.

Ensino’s most recent result was a 73-70 loss at Valencia on May 3. That defeat closed the previous chapter for Ensino, which now turns its attention to a new season and a fresh start. The home side will look to establish rhythm early, protect the ball and take advantage of familiar surroundings. A strong opening performance could set a positive tone for the weeks ahead.

IDK Gipuzkoa arrives with an 0-0 record as well, and the visitors will aim to use their first game as a measuring stick. A road win against Ensino would give IDK Gipuzkoa early momentum and confidence before a busy stretch of games. The team’s schedule includes upcoming matchups against Celta Zorka, Innova-TSN, Mallorca Palma, Girona, Baxi Ferrol, Avenida, Zaragoza, Estudiantes, Araski and Valencia. That run will test depth and consistency, but the focus first falls on the trip to Lugo.

Ensino also has a demanding slate ahead. After facing IDK Gipuzkoa, Ensino is scheduled to visit Estepona and Montpellier before hosting Gorzow W’polski, Valencia, Panseraikos and Montpellier. Later games include trips to Gorzow W’polski, Mallorca Palma, Panseraikos and Jairis.

Both teams will try to establish defensive intensity and efficient offense. Ensino will rely on home support, while IDK Gipuzkoa will seek to play with composure on the road. The matchup could hinge on rebounding, turnovers and free-throw shooting, areas that often decide close games early in a season.

For Ensino, avoiding a slow start will be key. The team dropped its most recent contest by three points, and it will want to close better in a game that could remain tight into the final minutes. For IDK Gipuzkoa, a fast start on offense and limiting Ensino’s second-chance opportunities could provide the formula for an upset.

IDK Gipuzkoa’s upcoming schedule includes home games against Celta Zorka, Mallorca Palma, Baxi Ferrol, Zaragoza and Araski, along with road trips to Innova-TSN, Girona, Avenida, Estudiantes and Valencia. Ensino will host Valencia and Panseraikos while traveling to Estepona, Montpellier, Mallorca Palma, Panseraikos and Jairis.

Interstat’s game simulator projects a final score of IDK Gipuzkoa 82, Ensino 75.