He has experience on the Spain under-18 and under-20 national teams, having won the bronze and silver medals on the international stage.

[3] After playing in Joventut Badalona's youth setup, Abalde made his debut with the first team in 2013.

[4] The National Basketball Association released a list noting that Abalde had entered the 2015 NBA draft in late April 2015.

[5] On 17 August 2016, Abalde signed a four-year contract with Valencia Basket, who loaned him one more season to the team from Badalona.

[6] On July 21, 2020, Abalde parted ways with Valencia, after his buyout clause was exercised, and he signed a lucrative five-year deal with EuroLeague powerhouse Real Madrid.