San Alfonso power past Capiata Bulls 94-74 in Paraguay Primera

San Alfonso delivered one of the stronger offensive performances of the Paraguay Primera round, defeating Capiata Bulls 94-74 on October 23, 2026. The 20-point margin came from efficient shooting, transition scoring and a decisive second-quarter surge that put the visitors in control.

Capiata Bulls had their moments at home, but San Alfonso’s depth and rebounding proved too much over four quarters.

Match overview

San Alfonso set an early tone with aggressive drives and quick ball reversals, taking a 26-18 lead after the first quarter. The visitors stretched the advantage in the second, outscoring Capiata 24-20 to take a 50-38 halftime lead. Capiata tried to respond in the third, but San Alfonso’s defense forced turnovers and the visitors converted them into easy transition points. By the end of the third, San Alfonso led 72-55, and the final quarter was played with the result largely settled.

Quarter scores

• Q1: Capiata Bulls 18-26 San Alfonso
• Q2: 20-24
• Q3: 17-22
• Q4: 19-22
• Final: 74-94

Key moments

The game turned late in the second quarter. With Capiata within six points, San Alfonso closed the half on a 9-0 run, capped by a three-pointer and a fast-break dunk. That sequence changed the complexion of the game and gave the visitors a double-digit cushion at the break. Early in the third, San Alfonso added another quick 7-0 burst to push the lead past 20, effectively ending Capiata’s comeback hopes.

Tactical story

San Alfonso’s offense was built on paint touches and perimeter spacing. The visitors consistently beat Capiata’s first line of defense and forced help rotations, which created open corner threes and offensive rebound opportunities. Defensively, San Alfonso disrupted Capiata’s pick-and-roll game and turned several live-ball turnovers into layups. Capiata’s best stretches came when its guards attacked early in the shot clock, but the team struggled to sustain that pace.

Standout performers

San Alfonso received balanced scoring from its starters and bench, with the backcourt controlling tempo and the frontline dominating the glass. The team’s ability to score in transition was the standout feature of the night. For Capiata, the guard play provided some bright moments, but the hosts needed more defensive resistance around the rim and fewer empty possessions in the half court.

What the result means

For San Alfonso, the 94-74 road win is a statement result and a strong entry in the Paraguay Primera standings. It showed the team can score at a high level and close out games with defensive pressure. Capiata Bulls, meanwhile, will review their transition defense and rebounding before the next fixture. The loss leaves clear room for improvement, but the home side’s early energy showed they can compete when their guard play is clicking.