Panteras de Aguascalientes Women 90 – 73 Abejas de Leon Women
Mexico LNBPF (Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional Femenil) – 13 May 2026

Panteras de Aguascalientes Women delivered a statement performance on the road, defeating Abejas de Leon Women 90–73 in a key LNBPF matchup. The visitors used a suffocating defense in the first half to build an insurmountable lead, then cruised through the second half to collect their eighth win of the season.

Match Overview

Abejas started well, matching Panteras basket for basket in the opening minutes. However, the tide turned late in the first quarter when Panteras went on a 12‑2 run to take a 25–18 lead after ten minutes. The second quarter was even more lopsided: Panteras held Abejas to just 11 points while scoring 25 themselves, extending the margin to 50–29 at halftime. Abejas came out with renewed energy in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to 14 points, but Panteras regained control behind sharp three‑point shooting and strong interior defense.

Key Moments

• First‑half dominance: Panteras forced 12 turnovers in the first two quarters, converting them into 18 points.
• Three‑point barrage: In the third quarter, Panteras hit four treys in a five‑minute span to push the lead back over 20.
• Bench contribution: Panteras’ reserves outscored their Abejas counterparts 28–12, providing crucial depth.

Standout Performers

• Panteras’ shooting guard, Andrea Castillo, led all scorers with 22 points, shooting 6‑of‑9 from three‑point range.
• Forward Laura Montes grabbed 11 rebounds and added 14 points for a double‑double.
• For Abejas, center Valeria Ortiz had a team‑high 18 points and 8 rebounds in a losing cause.

LNBPF Standings Context

The victory improves Panteras’ record to 8‑5, moving them into the top three of the Mexican women’s league. Abejas, now 6‑7, are in the middle of the pack but still in playoff contention. With the season approaching the halfway mark, Panteras are looking like a genuine title contender, thanks to their balanced scoring and defensive intensity.

Both teams will have a short break before their next fixtures. Panteras return home to face a struggling opponent, while Abejas will look to regroup on the road.