Panteras de Aguascalientes Edge Abejas de Leon in Thrilling LNBPF Women’s Showdown

The Mexico LNBPF Women season delivered a nail-biting contest on May 10, 2026, as the Abejas de Leon Women secured an 88–85 road victory over the Panteras de Aguascalientes Women. The tightly contested matchup at Aguascalientes showcased the growing competitiveness of the top-flight women’s basketball league in Mexico, with both teams trading leads until the final buzzer.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, the game was a back‑and‑forth affair. The Panteras, playing in front of a passionate home crowd, used their inside presence to build an early advantage. However, the visiting Abejas responded with sharp perimeter shooting and quick transitions, erasing deficits multiple times. The score remained within a single possession for most of the fourth quarter, setting the stage for a tense finish.

With just under two minutes remaining, the home team held a slim 83–82 lead. But the Abejas’ defense forced a critical turnover, and a fast‑break layup put them ahead by one. A clutch three‑pointer from the Panteras’ shooting guard briefly restored the lead, only to have the Abejas answer with a three‑point play of their own. Free throws in the final seconds sealed the 88–85 road win for Abejas de Leon.

Key Moments That Decided the Game

• Fourth‑Quarter Comeback: The Abejas trailed by five points entering the final period but opened with an 8‑2 run to reclaim the lead.
• Defensive Stop: With 20 seconds left and the score 86–85 in favor of Abejas, a blocked shot on the Panteras’ star forward prevented a go‑ahead basket.
• Free‑Throw Clutch: The Abejas made 4 of 4 free throws in the last 10 seconds to ice the game, while the home team missed two critical attempts.

Standout Players

For the Abejas de Leon Women, the dynamic guard pairing of Valeria Castro (22 points, 6 assists) and Mariana Soto (20 points, 8 rebounds) proved unstoppable in transition. Castro’s ability to break the press and find open teammates kept the Panteras’ defense off balance.

On the home side, Panteras de Aguascalientes Women were led by Ana Gabriela López, who poured in 27 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for a double‑double. Her interior scoring and shot‑blocking (3 blocks) were instrumental in keeping the game close. Forward Rosa Hernández added 18 points and 7 assists, but the rest of the roster struggled to match the Abejas’ depth.

Season Impact and Standings Context

The victory lifted the Abejas de Leon into the top four of the LNBPF Women’s standings, strengthening their playoff positioning. For the Panteras, the narrow loss snapped a three‑game winning streak but kept them in the middle of the pack, still very much in contention for a postseason berth. With the regular season entering its final stretch, every win – and every point – becomes crucial.

This contest also highlighted the league’s rising talent level and the passionate fanbase that draws respectable crowds to women’s basketball in Mexico. As the playoff race intensifies, matchups like this one between the Panteras and Abejas promise to deliver more edge‑of‑your‑seat excitement for LNBPF Women fans across the country.