In a thrilling encounter of the Copa Chile de Básquetbol on July 12, 2026, Puerto Montt fell to Las Animas by a score of 91–84. The game featured high-paced action and strong performances from both sides, but Las Animas’s ability to control the boards and convert in transition proved decisive.

Match Summary

The home side Puerto Montt started brightly, taking an early 22–18 lead in the first quarter behind aggressive drives from guard Felipe Soto. However, Las Animas responded with a 28–16 second quarter, claiming a 46–38 advantage at halftime. The visitors maintained a double-digit lead for much of the second half, though Puerto Montt mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, cutting the margin to 84–80 with three minutes remaining. Las Animas answered with a 7–2 run to seal the victory.

Key Contributors

• Las Animas: Import forward Marcus Johnson led all scorers with 26 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Diego Valenzuela orchestrated the offense with 15 points and 10 assists. Center Andrés Castillo added 18 points and 8 rebounds.
• Puerto Montt: Felipe Soto scored 22 points and dished 6 assists. Forward Miguel Ángel Pérez recorded a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Luis Contreras chipped in 14 points off the bench.

Game Flow

Las Animas’s defensive intensity in the second quarter proved pivotal. They forced 5 turnovers and converted them into 10 fast-break points, flipping the momentum. Puerto Montt shot just 38% in the second quarter compared to 52% for the visitors. In the second half, Las Animas maintained a steady lead, with Johnson hitting several mid-range jumpers to keep the home team at bay.

Standings Impact

The win improves Las Animas’s record to 7–3 in the Copa Chile de Básquetbol, keeping them in contention for a top-four playoff seed. Puerto Montt, now 5–5, will look to bounce back in their next fixture against CD Universidad de Concepción.