In the Nicaragua Championship on July 12, 2026, Jaguares UAM defeated Indigenas Matagalpa 86–75 in a contest that showcased up-tempo offense and sharp three-point shooting. The win solidifies Jaguares’s position near the top of the standings, while Indigenas face questions about their consistency.

Match Details

Jaguares UAM established an early rhythm, shooting 5-of-9 from beyond the arc in the first half. They took a 46–38 lead into the break. Indigenas Matagalpa fought back in the third quarter, tying the game at 58–58, but Jaguares responded with a 12–2 run to close the period. The visitors maintained a comfortable lead in the fourth quarter, with strong free-throw shooting sealing the result.

Leading Performers

• Jaguares UAM: Guard Kenneth Brown poured in 28 points, including 4 three-pointers. Forward Carlos Mena recorded 18 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Juan Carlos Silva dished 10 assists and added 12 points.
• Indigenas Matagalpa: Forward Manuel Pérez scored 22 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Guard Oscar Rivas added 17 points and 5 assists. The team shot 41% overall but allowed 48% shooting from Jaguares.

Game Flow and Key Stretches

The decisive moment came early in the fourth quarter when Jaguares extended their lead to 76–64 on a three-pointer by Brown and a fast-break dunk by Mena. Indigenas cut the margin to 7 points at 78–71 with three minutes remaining, but Jaguares calmly converted 6-of-8 free throws down the stretch. Turnovers hurt Indigenas, as they gave the ball away 16 times, leading to 20 points for Jaguares.

Standings Implications

The victory improves Jaguares UAM’s record to 8–2, keeping them in contention for the top seed in the Nicaragua Championship playoffs. Indigenas Matagalpa falls to 5–5, still in the playoff picture but needing to address defensive lapses. Both teams will return to action later in the week.