Ancud claimed a solid 76–66 home victory over CD Puerto Varas in their Chile Liga Nacional Basketball matchup on May 10, 2026. The win showcased Ancud’s defensive grit and balanced scoring, as they controlled the game from start to finish in front of an enthusiastic home crowd.

Match Overview

Ancud established early dominance with a 22–14 first quarter, thanks to aggressive drives to the basket and effective transition defense. CD Puerto Varas struggled to find rhythm, turning the ball over multiple times under pressure. Despite a brief recovery in the second quarter where Puerto Varas cut the lead to six, Ancud entered halftime with a comfortable 42–34 advantage.

Key Moments

• Second-half lockdown: Ancud’s defense held Puerto Varas to just 12 points in the third quarter, extending the lead to 18 points heading into the final period.
• Bench contribution: Ancud’s reserves outscored Puerto Varas’s bench 28–14, providing crucial energy and scoring depth.
• Late resistance: CD Puerto Varas mounted a 10–2 run in the fourth quarter to cut the deficit to 70–64, but Ancud responded with a 6–2 spurt to close out the game.

Standout Performers

Ancud’s Javier Riquelme led all scorers with 20 points, shooting 8-of-14 from the field and adding 5 assists. Center Pedro Ávila dominated the paint with 14 points and 12 rebounds, anchoring the team’s interior defense.

For CD Puerto Varas, Ignacio Castro put up 18 points, while Felipe Oyarzún contributed 12 points and 8 rebounds. However, the team’s 19 turnovers proved costly against Ancud’s disciplined half-court sets.

Season Implications

Ancud’s victory solidifies their position as a playoff contender in the Chile Liga Nacional Basketball, demonstrating the depth and cohesion that have made them a tough matchup at home. CD Puerto Varas, meanwhile, will look to address their offensive inconsistency as they aim to climb the standings in the coming weeks.