Astros de Jalisco 86 – 94 Caballeros de Culiacán | CIBACOPA | 23 May 2026

Caballeros stun Astros on the road

The Caballeros de Culiacán pulled off a significant upset on 23 May 2026, defeating the Astros de Jalisco 94–86 at the Arena Astros. The visitors controlled large stretches of the game and weathered a late Jalisco rally to secure a vital win in the CIBACOPA standings.

How the game unfolded

From the first quarter, Culiacán looked sharp on both ends. They shot an efficient 52% from the field in the opening period and built a 28–18 lead. The Astros, known for their depth and home-court energy, fought back in the second quarter, cutting the deficit to five at halftime. However, the Caballeros came out strong again after the break, pushing the lead back to 12 by the end of the third.

The fourth quarter was tense. Jalisco made one final push, closing to within four points with three minutes remaining. But Culiacán’s veteran guard hit a clutch three-pointer and two free throws in the final minute to ice the game.

Standout performers

• Caballeros’ leading scorer: The visiting forward posted a double-double with 27 points and 11 rebounds, dominating the paint.
• Jalisco’s backcourt: Despite the loss, the Astros' guards combined for 41 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Culiacán’s balanced attack.
• Bench advantage: Culiacán’s second unit outscored Jalisco’s reserves 28–14, a crucial margin.

Turning point

The defining stretch came early in the third quarter. With the game still close at 55–50, Culiacán went on a 9–0 run fueled by two steals and a transition dunk. That burst forced Jalisco into a timeout and shifted momentum decisively in favor of the visitors.

Implications for the season

The win lifts the Caballeros de Culiacán into a tie for fourth place in the CIBACOPA table, boosting their playoff credentials. For the Astros de Jalisco, the loss snaps a three-game winning streak and serves as a reminder that consistency remains elusive. They will look to bounce back in their next road assignment.