Lanús Secures First Liga Nacional Win with Victory Over Oberá Tenis Club

Club Atlético Lanús secured a 67-58 victory against Oberá Tenis Club on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Antonio Rotili Stadium in Buenos Aires, earning their first win of the season upon their return to Argentina’s Liga Nacional de Básquet.

Misiones Team Builds Decisive Halftime Lead

The match began with a low-scoring, tightly contested first quarter that ended 14-12 in favor of the visiting team from Misiones. Oberá initially capitalized on strong early performances from Tyrese Prince and Will Vorhees to establish an eight-point cushion at 12-4. However, Manuel Anglese’s squad shifted the momentum in the second period by outscoring their opponents 25-15, building a 37-29 halftime lead that proved decisive for the remainder of the contest.

Fabio Demti’s visiting side attempted a comeback after the interval, narrowing the gap to 49-43 at the end of the third quarter following a 9-2 run led by Agustín Brocal and Bruno Sansimoni. Yet, Lanús maintained control through tenacious defense and efficient rebounding. The home side forced 20 turnovers while committing only 13, and capitalized on second-chance opportunities by winning the offensive glass 14-7 within a total 40-38 rebounding advantage.

Pedro Bombino Leads Granate Offense with Double-Double

New signing Pedro Bombino led the Granate offense with 16 points, 10 rebounds—including six on the offensive end—and two blocks, completing a double-double in the paint. Robert Whitfield added 12 points and five steals, while Juan Ignacio Brussino contributed nine points, four rebounds, and two assists in his season debut. Lucas Andújar orchestrated the floor general duties with five points, seven rebounds, four assists, and four steals.

For Oberá Tenis Club, Tyrese Prince paced the scoresheet with 15 points, six rebounds, and four steals, earning a 20 efficiency rating. Juan Cruz Oberto chipped in 10 points and eight rebounds, and Will Vorhees finished with nine points before fouling out.

Upcoming Fixtures in the Liga Nacional

Following this result, Lanús prepares to host Peñarol de Mar del Plata on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the Antonio Rotili Stadium. Oberá Tenis Club returns home to Misiones to face Racing de Chivilcoy at the Dr. Luis Augusto Derna Stadium on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, concluding their opening road swing through Buenos Aires.

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