Ferro LDD walked into Córdoba and left with a valuable 84-77 road victory over Atenas LDD in the Argentina Liga Nacional development league. The visitors broke open a tight game with a dominant third quarter and then held off a late Atenas rally at the Polideportivo Carlos Cerutti on October 13, 2026. The final score flattered the home side slightly, as Ferro controlled the tempo for long stretches and never trailed in the closing minutes.

Match Overview

The Liga de Desarrollo (LDD) clash pitted two proud basketball institutions against each other, with Atenas looking to defend home court and Ferro seeking to build momentum on the road. From the opening tip, the game had the feel of a playoff-style battle: physical defense, contested rebounds, and plenty of trips to the free-throw line. Ferro led 20-18 after the first quarter, but Atenas responded with a 22-point second period to take a slim halftime advantage. The game turned after the break, when Ferro exploded for 26 points in the third quarter while limiting Atenas to just 15, building a double-digit cushion that would prove decisive.

Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring

• Atenas LDD: 18 – 22 – 15 – 22 | 77
• Ferro LDD: 20 – 18 – 26 – 20 | 84

Key Moments

The turning point arrived midway through the third quarter. With Atenas leading 47-44, Ferro went on a 14-2 run over a three-minute span, sparked by back-to-back three-pointers from the wing and a steal that turned into an easy transition layup. That burst forced Atenas into a timeout, but the home side never fully recovered its rhythm. In the fourth quarter, Atenas made one last push, cutting the deficit to five points with under two minutes to play. However, Ferro calmly knocked down six consecutive free throws in the final minute to seal the win, showcasing the poise of a team that has learned to close out tight games on the road.

Tactical Story

Ferro’s defensive adjustment after halftime was the difference. The visitors switched to a more aggressive pick-and-roll coverage, forcing Atenas’s guards into contested mid-range jumpers and disrupting their entry passes into the post. Offensively, Ferro attacked the paint relentlessly, drawing fouls and generating second-chance opportunities. Atenas, meanwhile, settled for too many perimeter shots in the third quarter, finishing the period with just 15 points on 5-of-18 shooting. On the glass, Ferro held a narrow 38-34 rebounding edge, but their 12 offensive boards led to 15 second-chance points — a statistic that ultimately decided the game.

Standout Performers

• Ferro LDD – Tomás Herrera: The visiting point guard controlled the pace with 19 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds. He was instrumental in the third-quarter run, hitting two triples and setting up teammates in transition.
• Ferro LDD – Santiago Mazza: A double-double machine, Mazza finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds, including four on the offensive end. His energy in the paint gave Atenas fits all night.
• Atenas LDD – Lautaro Bressan: The home side’s leading scorer poured in 22 points on 8-of-15 shooting, keeping Atenas within striking distance until the final minutes. He also added 5 rebounds and 3 steals.
• Atenas LDD – Facundo Molina: Molina chipped in 14 points and 8 assists, but struggled with turnovers (5) against Ferro’s pressure defense.

Season Impact and Liga de Desarrollo Context

With the win, Ferro LDD improves its position in the Liga de Desarrollo standings, strengthening its case for a top-four seed as the regular season progresses. For Atenas LDD, the loss is a missed opportunity to gain ground at home, where they had been enjoying a strong run. The LDD serves as the official development pathway for Argentina’s top professional clubs, and performances like this one are closely watched by first-team coaches looking for the next wave of talent. Ferro’s balanced scoring and defensive discipline will be a blueprint they hope to replicate on the road again, while Atenas will look to correct their third-quarter lapses before their next fixture.

The two sides will meet again later in the season, and if this game is any indication, the rematch promises another intense, physical battle with significant standings implications. For now, Ferro LDD can celebrate a well-earned 84-77 victory in Córdoba — a result that underlines their growth and resilience in the Argentina Liga Nacional development ranks.