Soles de Mexicali secured an 85-73 away victory against Freseros de Irapuato at the Inforum during the opening game of their series in the 19th round of the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional (LNBP) season, according to reports from regional sports outlets. The win lifts Mexicali’s record to 15 victories and four defeats, keeping the franchise at the top of the league standings.
First-Half Resistance and Tactical Adjustments
The matchup began as a tightly contested affair. Freseros de Irapuato managed to carve out a four-point lead during the opening minutes, testing the defensive resolve of the visiting league leaders. Soles responded by claiming a narrow 21-20 edge at the end of the first quarter and built on that momentum to take a 28-25 advantage into halftime, as noted in game summaries published by Quadratin Baja California.
The turning point arrived in the third period. Pablo García adjusted Mexicali’s defensive schemes. The adjustment held the hosts to just 11 points in the frame while Mexicali added 18 of their own, stretching the visitors’ advantage to 67-56 heading into the final quarter.
Offensive Output and Standout Performers
Kaleb Hunter paced the Soles offense with 21 points, anchoring a balanced attack that kept Irapuato at bay during the fourth-quarter push. Joe Thomasson added 18 points by connecting on four three-point field goals, while Erik Thomas contributed 13 points, five rebounds, and four assists.
Inside the paint, Connor Zinaich posted a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds. Dragan Apic rounded out the primary scoring production for the visitors with 10 points and five rebounds. Despite a spirited fourth-quarter effort that yielded a close 18-17 final-period scoreline in favor of Mexicali, Irapuato could not bridge the gap.
Freseros Statistics and Standings Impact
For the home side, Franger Pirela matched game-high scoring honors with 21 points. Zachary Brown followed closely with 19 points, and William Garret chipped in 16 points. The defeat marks the fourth loss of the campaign for Irapuato.
With the victory secured, Soles de Mexicali preserves its position atop the LNBP table. The two teams return to the floor to conclude the series on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 local time in Baja California.
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