Olimpia Kings Asunción made short work of Félix Pérez Cardozo on Wednesday night, winning 55-28 in the Paraguayan LNB. The away side took control early and never looked back, extending their unbeaten run to eight matches with the emphatic victory.
The visitors were clinical when it mattered most. Olimpia Kings converted 35 field goals and 20 free throws while holding the home side to just 19 made shots. By then the coaching staff had already made their tactical adjustments, and the difference was stark — Olimpia Kings dished out 24 assists against 15 for the hosts.
We had called for the away side to win, and the result vindicated that call. The confidence showed in their ball movement and defensive rotations. Olimpia Kings pulled 43 rebounds to 34, and their 16 steals versus 13 for the hosts told you everything about who dictated play.
Félix Pérez Cardozo paid for a sloppy opening. Their 25 turnovers cost them dearly, especially when Olimpia Kings were already in control of the tie. The home side committed 23 personal fouls compared to 20, and the free-throw disparity — 11 versus 20 — widened the gap further.
What stands out is the consistency Olimpia Kings have shown. They've won 12 of 14 matches this season, sitting second in the table with only two defeats. Félix Pérez Cardozo remain fourth with eight wins and six losses, and this result leaves them staring at the drop if the form doesn't change.
The visitors' recent runs suggest this wasn't a fluke. They beat Coloniaz Gold 70-67, Deportivo Amambay 79-76, and Deportivo Campoalto 91-59 in their last five outings. Olimpia Kings are in control of the tie, and the home side will need to find their rhythm if they're to turn things around.