Paisas overpower Caimanes, advance to Quarter-Finals

Paisas Basketball Club secured a commanding 107-91 victory over Caimanes del Llano in Group A action of the Basketball Champions League Americas on Wednesday. This win propelled the Medellín squad to second place in the group and a spot in the Quarter-Finals.

Turning Point

Paisas established dominance early, taking a 28-17 lead in the first quarter and maintaining control throughout the game. A late third-quarter rally by Caimanes, led by Sebastián Valencia’s 13 points, narrowed the deficit to seven points (71-64). However, Paisas responded decisively with a 16-6 run at the start of the fourth quarter, extending their lead to 92-70 and sealing the win with 5:36 remaining.

Player of the Game

Paisas relied heavily on their four import players, each contributing at least 20 points. Eric Crawford led the team with 22 points, along with 9 rebounds and 4 three-pointers. Michael Miles, Brandon Weatherspoon, and Jared Ruiz each added 20 points, supported by veteran John Hernández’s 13 points.

Did You Know? Paisas’ shooting efficiency was a key factor in their victory, connecting on 57 percent of their field goal attempts.

For Caimanes, Sebastián Valencia stood out with 25 points and 13 rebounds, while Shawn Foxbrennen Jr. Contributed 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists. Octavio Muñoz added 11 points and seven assists.

Stats Don’t Lie

Paisas’ superior shooting performance proved decisive. They shot 57 percent from the field (39-of-69) and 40 percent from beyond the arc (12-of-30). In contrast, Caimanes shot 43 percent overall (35-of-82) and struggled from long range, making only 19 percent of their three-point attempts (7-of-36).

Expert Insight: The ability of Paisas to consistently score from multiple players, particularly their imports, proved to be a significant advantage, overwhelming Caimanes’ offensive efforts.

With Astros de Jalisco (4-0) and Paisas (2-2) qualified and Caimanes (0-4) eliminated, Group A play will continue in Guadalajara, Mexico. The final stage of the Group Phase is scheduled to begin on February 10.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current record of Paisas in the Basketball Champions League Americas?

Paisas currently has a record of 2-2 in Group A of the Basketball Champions League Americas.

Which team will Paisas face in the Quarter-Finals?

Paisas will face Nacional (URU), who secured first place in Group B, in the Quarter-Finals.

What happened to Caimanes del Llano in Group A?

Caimanes del Llano was eliminated from Group A with a record of 0-4.

How important is shooting efficiency in determining the outcome of a basketball game?