Capitanes de Arecibo ties series 1-1 after loss to Santeros de Aguada
Joel Soriano and Jacob Wiley, both former players of Casademont Zaragoza, led Santeros de Aguada with 46 combined points and 21 rebounds in their 83-79 victory over Capitanes de Arecibo on July 14. The playoff series for the title in Puerto Rico's Liga de Baloncesto Superior Nacional (BSN) is now tied 1-1.
What happened in the game?
Soriano, who played for Zaragoza this season, scored 23 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Wiley, who was with the team in 2021, added another 23 points and 10 rebounds. Both were the top scorers for their teams, leading Santeros de Aguada to victory.
Why is it important for Capitanes de Arecibo?
The loss puts Capitanes de Arecibo in a tough spot. The team's key players couldn't contain the former Zaragoza players, who showed their experience in the BSN. The series will now be decided in the next game, where Capitanes de Arecibo will look to bounce back.
What's next for the teams?
Santeros de Aguada and Capitanes de Arecibo will face each other again in the next game of the series. The winner will advance in the BSN playoffs. Meanwhile, Soriano and Wiley continue to prove their worth in Puerto Rico, where they have found a new home in basketball.
Soriano, who was loaned to Casademont Zaragoza last season, had a tough time in Spain. However, in Puerto Rico, he has found his best form, leading his team in points and rebounds. Wiley, on the other hand, has had a globetrotting career, playing for several teams in Europe and America.
The BSN is one of the most competitive leagues in the Americas, and the presence of players like Soriano and Wiley shows the high level of basketball in Puerto Rico. Capitanes de Arecibo will look to improve their defense in the next game to prevent the former Zaragoza players from continuing to dominate.