Adelitas de Chihuahua Edge Out Fuerza Regia in LNBPF Women Thriller

The Mexico LNBPF Women delivered one of its most gripping contests of the 2026 season on May 17, as Adelitas del Estado de Chihuahua Women snatched a 94–91 road victory over Fuerza Regia de Monterrey Women at the Gimnasio Nuevo León Unido. The match, played on Sunday morning local time, saw Adelitas overcome a spirited Fuerza Regia side in a back-and-forth battle that came down to the final possessions.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the game looking to solidify their positions in the LNBPF Women standings. Fuerza Regia, known for their aggressive home-court advantage, started strong behind their perimeter shooting. However, Adelitas de Chihuahua, led by a balanced attack and stifling defense in the second half, managed to flip the script. The final score of 94–91 reflects a game that saw 12 lead changes and 8 ties, with neither team ever leading by more than 9 points.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Surge: Fuerza Regia jumped out to a 28–20 lead after the first period, powered by sharp three-point shooting and fastbreak layups.
• Adelitas Response: The visitors clawed back in the second quarter, closing the half down just 49–48 after a buzzer-beating triple by guard Jimena Castro.
• Third Quarter Tension: The third period was a defensive slugfest, with Adelitas taking a 72–70 lead into the final frame thanks to a 6–0 run midway through.
• Clutch Finish: With the score tied at 91 and 18 seconds left, Adelitas center Ana Sofía Rentería drew a foul and calmly sank both free throws. Fuerza Regia’s last-second heave missed, sealing the 94–91 victory.

Standout Players

For the Adelitas del Estado de Chihuahua Women, guard Valeria Durán poured in a game-high 28 points on 10-of-17 shooting, including 4 triples, while also dishing 6 assists. Center Ana Sofía Rentería added a double-double with 18 points and 14 rebounds, and her free throws proved decisive. On the other side, Fuerza Regia de Monterrey Women forward Karina Martínez recorded 26 points and 8 rebounds, but struggled with foul trouble in the fourth quarter.

Tactical Story

Fuerza Regia’s offense thrived early by exploiting mismatches in the pick-and-roll, but Adelitas adjusted in the second half by switching on all screens, forcing turnovers and limiting second-chance points. The visitors also dominated the glass, outrebounding Monterrey 42–34, a key factor in their comeback. With the game on the line, Adelitas executed their half-court sets patiently, drawing fouls and converting at the stripe (22-of-26 free throws compared to Monterrey’s 16-of-23).

Impact on the LNBPF Women Standings

The victory improved Adelitas de Chihuahua to a 7–3 record, keeping them in the top three of the LNBPF Women standings. For Fuerza Regia, the loss dropped them to 5–5, leaving them in the middle of the playoff race. The head-to-head result could prove critical as the season progresses, with both teams eyeing home-court advantage in the postseason. This tight contest also highlighted the growing parity in Mexican women’s basketball, where any team can win on any given night.

With the regular season heating up, the next meeting between these two rivals—scheduled for late June in Chihuahua—already promises high drama.