Union Atletica delivered a commanding 94–78 road victory over Larranaga in the Uruguay Liga Uruguaya on October 22, 2026, using a dominant second quarter to take control of the game.

A fast-paced league matchup

Both teams opened the game with aggressive offense, trading baskets in a high-tempo first quarter. Larranaga’s home crowd was involved early, and the hosts looked capable of matching Union Atletica’s pace. However, the visitors gradually imposed their will on the game, turning a close contest into a comfortable win.

Key moments

The game changed in the second quarter when Union Atletica ripped off a 12–0 run, forcing Larranaga into several contested shots. The visitors’ defensive pressure created easy transition baskets, and the lead ballooned to 15 points by halftime. Larranaga attempted to respond in the third quarter, but Union Atletica answered every run with timely three-point shooting.

Tactical story

Union Atletica dominated the rebounding battle and generated numerous second-chance points. They also pushed the pace effectively, scoring 18 fast-break points. Larranaga struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 5-of-22, and their half-court offense became predictable in the second half. Union’s ability to control the tempo proved decisive.

Standout players

Marcus Johnson led Union Atletica with 28 points and 10 rebounds, dominating both inside and out. Facundo Rodríguez added 20 points for Larranaga, while Nicolás Pereira chipped in 13 points and six assists in the loss.

What the result means

The win strengthens Union Atletica’s position in the Liga Uruguaya standings and highlights their credentials as a team capable of making a deep run. Larranaga will need to address their perimeter shooting and rebounding issues as they look to bounce back in their next fixture.