Pinocho 88 – 87 Los Indios de Moreno
Argentina Liga B | 26 May 2026
In a thrilling one‑point finish, Pinocho edged Los Indios de Moreno 88‑87 thanks to a buzzer‑beating jumper from guard Juan Manuel Acosta. The home crowd at the Polideportivo Pinocho erupted as the final shot swished through the net, capping a back‑and‑forth contest that featured 14 lead changes.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, both teams displayed offensive firepower. Pinocho used their fast‑break attack to build an early lead, but Los Indios responded with a strong second quarter, taking a 47‑44 advantage into the half. The game remained tight through the third and fourth quarters, with neither side able to pull away.
Key Moments
- Fourth‑quarter run: Los Indios opened the final period with a 9‑2 run to go up 78‑73 with five minutes remaining.
- Pinocho’s response: A 7‑0 spurt, capped by a three‑pointer from Acosta, tied the game at 82 with 2:30 left.
- Final possession: After Índios’ guard Pablo Sosa hit a tough jumper to tie the game at 87 with 7 seconds left, Pinocho inbounded to Acosta, who dribbled to his spot and rose for the game‑winner.
Tactical Story
Pinocho’s zone defense caused problems for Los Indios early, but the visitors adjusted by attacking the middle and kicking out to shooters. The game turned into a battle of guards, with both teams’ backcours carrying the scoring load. Pinocho’s ability to generate steals (10 total) and convert them into quick points was a decisive factor.
Standout Players
- Juan Manuel Acosta (Pinocho): 26 points, including the game‑winning buzzer‑beater, plus 5 rebounds and 4 assists.
- Lautaro Martínez (Pinocho): 18 points and 8 rebounds, providing a strong inside presence.
- Pablo Sosa (Los Indios): 24 points and 7 assists in a valiant losing effort.
- Federico López (Los Indios): 20 points off the bench, shooting 4‑of‑6 from three.
Season Impact
The dramatic win improves Pinocho to 10‑9, keeping them in the playoff race in the tight Liga B standings. Los Indios de Moreno fall to 8‑12 but showed they can compete with the league’s top teams. Both squads will look to build on their performances as the season progresses.
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