Náuticos de Mazatlán 110 – 107 Pioneros de Los Mochis
Mexico CIBACOPA – 17 May 2026

In the highest‑scoring game of the CIBACOPA night, the Náuticos de Mazatlán edged the Pioneros de Los Mochis 110‑107 in a back‑and‑forth thriller. Neither team could build a comfortable lead, and the game was decided in the final seconds by a clutch three‑pointer that sent the home crowd into a frenzy.

Match Overview

Both teams came out firing, with the first quarter ending 34‑32 in favor of Mazatlán. The tempo never slowed; the second quarter saw 62 combined points, and the Náuticos carried a precarious 62‑59 lead into the break. Los Mochis fought back in the third, tying the game at 84 heading into the final period.

Key Moments

• Fourth‑quarter duel: Four lead changes in the last five minutes kept fans on their feet. Los Mochis took a 105‑104 lead with 45 seconds left.
• Game‑winning shot: Mazatlán’s shooting guard, with the shot clock winding down, buried a step‑back three from the top of the key with 3.2 seconds remaining to make it 110‑107.
• Final defensive stand: Los Mochis’ last‑ditch full‑court heave at the buzzer was off target, securing the win for the Náuticos.

Standout Players

Mazatlán’s point guard delivered a performance for the ages: 31 points, 11 assists, and 5 rebounds, including the assist on the game‑winning shot. The losing side’s center posted 28 points and 13 rebounds, yet it wasn’t enough to push Los Mochis over the line.

Season Impact

The Náuticos improve to 12‑10, keeping them in the playoff race. Los Mochis drops to 11‑11, a game below .500, and will rue the defensive miscues that allowed Mazatlán to execute down the stretch.