Cañeros del Este Defeats Marineros in Exciting LNB Duel
La Romana, Dominican Republic – Los Cañeros del Este achieved an epic victory over the Marineros de Puerto Plata with a score of 90-86, after an exciting overtime at the Eleoncio Mercedes Sports Center. The match, corresponding to the National Basketball League (LNB), kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Eusebio Suero was the key figure for the Cañeros, leading the offense with 23 points, six assists, and five rebounds. Other outstanding players were Matt Herasme with 16 points, Bryan Polanco with 12, Lazar Lugic with 10, and Brayan Martínez, who achieved a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Rafail Lanaras shone in distribution with 10 assists and added 13 rebounds.
For the Mariners, Emmanuel Omogbo had an outstanding performance with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. Luis Feliz contributed 20 points and eight rebounds, while Andrés Fulgencio added 16 points and five steals.
The match was a constant battle. The Mariners managed to have a seven-point lead in the last quarter (69-62), but the Cane Cutters responded with a 10-2 run, tying the game. Lugic scored near the end to force overtime (81-81).
In overtime, the Cañeros’ defense was crucial, limiting the Mariners’ offense. A three-pointer by Martínez with 2:25 left gave the Cañeros the definitive lead, which they managed to hold until the end.
With this victory, the Cañeros improve their record to 2-4, while the Mariners are left with a record of 2-3.Upcoming Meetings
The LNB will not have activity this Monday. On Tuesday, the Cañeros will receive the Soles del Este at 8:00 p.m., and the Leones de Santo Domingo will visit the Gigantes in the Mario Ortega Pavilion at 8:30 p.m.
