Manati edged out the Criollos de Caguas in a hard-fought 94-89 victory in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional (BSN) on May 10, 2026. The home team used a strong fourth-quarter push to overcome a scrappy Caguas side that refused to go away. The win keeps Manati in the upper half of the standings, while the Criollos continue to search for consistency on the road.

Match Overview

The game was tightly contested throughout, with neither team able to establish a double-digit lead until late in the fourth quarter. Manati shot 48% from the field and connected on 12 three-pointers, while Caguas leaned on their inside game, outrebounding the hosts 44-38. Turnovers proved decisive, as Manati scored 22 points off Caguas’ 15 giveaways.

Key Moments

• Back-and-forth first half: The score was tied seven times in the first two quarters, with both teams trading baskets. Manati held a slim 49-47 lead at the break.
• Third quarter separation: Manati opened the third quarter with an 8-0 run, but Caguas answered with a 10-2 spurt to tie the game at 66 heading into the final period.
• Clutch fourth quarter: With the score locked at 84-84 and under three minutes remaining, Manati’s star guard hit back-to-back jumpers, and a crucial steal led to a fast-break layup that sealed the win.

Standout Players

Manati’s leading scorer finished with 28 points and 6 assists, while their center contributed a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds. For Caguas, their import forward posted 22 points and 10 rebounds, but suffered from foul trouble late in the game.

Season Impact

Manati improves to 9-5, solidifying their playoff positioning. Caguas drops to 7-7, remaining in the middle of the pack but still within striking distance of a postseason berth. The two teams will meet again in June, a matchup that could have significant seeding implications.