Brumas de Jinotega Crush Rivas in Record-Scoring Nicaragua Championship Blowout

Jinotega, Nicaragua – June 1, 2026 – Brumas de Jinotega delivered a statement performance in the Nicaragua Championship on Monday night, dismantling Rivas with a staggering 135–72 victory at home. The 63-point margin of victory underlined a night of near-perfect offensive execution and suffocating defense from the league title contenders.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Brumas de Jinotega set an unrelenting pace. Their transition offense carved through the Rivas defense, while their half-court sets generated high-percentage looks that rarely missed. By halftime, the home side had already built a 30-point lead, and the second half only widened the gap. The 135 points scored by Brumas marked the highest single-game total in the Nicaragua Championship this season, a testament to their depth and shooting efficiency.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Onslaught: Brumas exploded for 42 points in the opening quarter, hitting six three-pointers and forcing five Rivas turnovers that led to fast-break dunks.
• Second Quarter Stretch: A 15–0 run midway through the second period effectively ended any hope of a Rivas comeback, as Brumas’s full-court press forced consecutive shot-clock violations.
• Bench Production: With a comfortable lead, Brumas emptied their bench in the fourth quarter, yet the reserves maintained the scoring pace, pouring in 38 points in the final 12 minutes.

Standout Performers

Guard Luis Chan was the offensive engine, finishing with 31 points, 9 assists, and 6 rebounds while shooting 12-of-16 from the field. Forward Carlos Mairena added a double-double of 24 points and 14 rebounds, dominating the glass at both ends. For Rivas, forward José Velásquez managed 20 points in a losing effort, but no other visitor reached double figures.

Season Impact

The win lifts Brumas de Jinotega to a league-best 12–1 record, strengthening their hold on the top spot in the Nicaragua Championship standings. Rivas, now 4–9, remains near the bottom of the table and will need to regroup quickly to keep playoff hopes alive. With this performance, Brumas have sent a clear message to the rest of the league: they are the team to beat in 2026.