Cocodrilos 76 – 63 Guaiqueries
Liga Profesional de Baloncesto – May 29, 2026

Cocodrilos claimed a convincing 76‑63 victory over Guaiqueries on home soil in Venezuela’s Liga Profesional de Baloncesto on May 29, 2026. The win was built on a suffocating defensive effort and balanced scoring that never allowed the visitors to find a consistent rhythm.

Game Story

From the opening tip, Cocodrilos controlled the tempo. They held Guaiqueries to just 12 points in the first quarter and extended their lead to double digits early in the second period. Guaiqueries attempted a comeback in the third quarter, briefly cutting the margin to seven, but Cocodrilos responded with a 9‑0 run to put the game away. The home team shot 48% from the field while limiting Guaiqueries to 38% and forcing 14 turnovers.

Standout Performances

Cocodrilos’ veteran forward led all scorers with 20 points, adding 8 rebounds and 3 blocks. Their point guard orchestrated the offense with 10 assists and contributed 14 points. For Guaiqueries, the bench provided a spark with 22 combined points, but the starters struggled to generate consistent offense against Cocodrilos’ aggressive man‑to‑man defense.

League Implications

The victory strengthens Cocodrilos’ position in the upper half of the Liga Profesional de Baloncesto standings, keeping them in contention for a top‑four seed. Guaiqueries, now on a two‑game losing streak, will need to sharpen their attack ahead of a tough upcoming schedule.