Temuco SAESA 72 – 78 Lautaro SAESA | Chile Liga SAESA

Match Overview

Lautaro SAESA came from behind to defeat Temuco SAESA 78‑72 in a Chile Liga SAESA encounter on 11 May 2026 at the Polideportivo Temuco. The visitors outscored their hosts 28‑14 in the fourth quarter to overturn a seven‑point deficit and claim a vital road victory in the southern regional league.

Key Moments

• Temuco’s strong start: Home team guard Sebastián Fuentes knocked down four three‑pointers in the first half, helping Temuco build a 42‑37 lead at the break. They extended that to 58‑51 after three quarters, controlling the tempo with effective pick‑and‑roll execution.
• Lautaro’s fourth‑quarter surge: The visitors switched to a full‑court press in the final period, forcing five Temuco turnovers that led to transition baskets. A 14‑0 run between the 7‑ and 5‑minute marks turned the game completely.
• Free‑throw execution: Lautaro shot 10‑of‑12 from the stripe in the last two minutes, while Temuco missed four crucial foul shots that could have kept the game close.

Standout Performances

• Jorge Muñoz (Lautaro): The forward delivered 21 points and 14 rebounds, dominating the paint in the second half. He also recorded three blocks during the decisive run.
• Diego Rojas (Lautaro): Contributed 18 points and 7 assists, orchestrating the comeback with his ball‑handling in the press.
• Sebastián Fuentes (Temuco): Finished with a game‑high 24 points and 5 rebounds, but was visibly fatigued in the fourth quarter.

What This Means for the Standings

Lautaro SAESA improved to 10‑9 in the Liga SAESA, moving into fifth place in the eight‑team table. Temuco fell to 11‑8 but remain in the top four. The loss at home could prove costly as the playoff race heats up, with only the top six sides advancing to the postseason.