The Guaynabo Mets soared past the Indios de Mayaguez 91-85 in a spirited Baloncesto Superior Nacional showdown on May 28, 2026. Playing in front of a passionate home crowd at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum, Guaynabo used a dominant third quarter and strong interior play to overcome a feisty Mayaguez squad.

Game Overview

The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with Mayaguez holding a slim 44-43 lead at intermission. Both teams struggled with outside shooting, opting to attack the paint. The third quarter proved decisive: Guaynabo ramped up their defensive intensity, forcing five turnovers and holding the Indios to just 14 points while scoring 26 themselves. The 15-point swing gave the Mets a commanding 69-58 lead heading into the fourth. Mayaguez made one last push, cutting the gap to 83-79 with 3 minutes left, but Guaynabo’s veteran leaders calmly converted key shots and free throws to close out the victory.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter lockdown: Guaynabo limited Mayaguez to 4-of-15 shooting in the period, while their own offense flowed through crisp passing and second-chance points. The Mets outscored the Indios 26-14.
• Free-throw execution: Down the stretch, Guaynabo made 7 of 8 free throws in the final two minutes, maintaining a two-possession advantage.
• Rebounding dominance: Guaynabo finished with a 44-34 edge on the boards, including 14 offensive rebounds that led to 18 second-chance points.
• Late charge by Mayaguez: The Indios trimmed a 14-point deficit to 4 with a 12-2 run early in the fourth, but could not get over the hump.

Standout Players

Guaynabo’s big man was the engine, recording 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks. The point guard added 18 points and 8 assists, orchestrating the offense efficiently. Mayaguez was led by 27 points from their starting guard, but they lacked consistent support from the bench, which managed only 12 points. The Indios’ center put up 14 points and 11 rebounds in a losing effort.

Season Impact

With the win, Guaynabo improves to 5-2 on the season, maintaining their place near the top of the BSN standings. Mayaguez drops to 3-4, putting them in the middle of the pack. The Mets showed they can win a grind-it-out game, relying on defense and rebounding—a formula that could serve them well in playoff positioning.