Panteras took on Santos in the LNBP on Thursday night, winning 85 to 75 at home. The result leaves them with momentum after a mixed run of form, while Santos continue to search for consistency away from their own court.
It was a match that settled into its pattern early enough. Panteras have been something of a testing side lately — two wins against Abejases, a loss to the same opponents, then victories over Lobos Platadillos and Gambusinos. This one followed a similar rhythm.
Santos, by contrast, have been on the wrong end of more than they'd like. Four losses in five outings, only a win over El Calor de Cancún breaking the sequence. The visitors came for points and found themselves chasing them.
The final margin told the story without needing to fill in the gaps. Eighty-five to seventy-five is not a commanding lead, but it is enough when you have nothing to lose and the other side is still looking for answers.
Recent results matter more than single games, and Panteras know that. They have shown they can win when it counts, even if the road between victories has been uneven. Santos will have to find something different next time.