New Legends 83 – 113 USAC | Guatemala LMM | 7 May 2026

USAC delivered an emphatic 113–83 road demolition of New Legends in the Guatemala LMM, fueled by a blistering offensive performance that left the home defense scrambling from start to finish. The victory was USAC’s sixth in a row and further cements their status as one of the most dangerous teams in the league.

Match Overview

USAC wasted no time establishing control, erupting for 34 points in the first quarter while holding New Legends to just 18. The lead swelled to 25 by halftime at 62–37, and the visitors never let the margin dip below 20 in the second half. USAC shot a scorching 56% from the floor, including 13‑of‑27 from beyond the arc. Their ball movement was crisp, producing 28 assists on 42 made baskets, while their transition game overwhelmed New Legends’ transition defense.

Key Moments

• Second‑quarter explosion: USAC outscored New Legends 28–19 in the second period, with seven different players scoring during the run.
• Three‑point barrage: USAC connected on five triples in the opening six minutes of the third quarter, pushing the lead past 30.
• High‑scoring fourth: Even with a comfortable lead, USAC continued to push the pace, dropping 28 points in the final frame.

Standout Players

Guard Fernando López led all scorers with 27 points on 10‑of‑15 shooting, including 5 treys. He also dished out 6 assists and grabbed 5 rebounds in a near‑perfect all‑around game. Center Esteban Rivas dominated inside with 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks, controlling the glass at both ends. For New Legends, forward Danny Morales fought valiantly for 22 points and 8 rebounds, but he lacked sufficient support from his teammates, who combined for only 9 assists.

Season Impact

USAC improves to 21–8, keeping them in a tight battle for the top seed in the LMM playoffs. New Legends drop to 13–16, remaining on the playoff bubble. With the loss, they are now three games behind the eighth seed with only a handful of games remaining, making their path to the postseason increasingly narrow.