Quimsa Dominates Argentino, Extends League Lead
Published: March 22, 2026
Quimsa de Santiago del Estero continued their impressive run, defeating Argentino de Junín 95-75 and solidifying their position atop the National Basketball League standings. This marks Quimsa’s tenth consecutive victory.
First Half Battle
The game began evenly matched, with Quimsa demonstrating proficiency from the three-point line while Argentino responded with strong offensive plays from their foreign players. Quimsa closed the first quarter with a narrow lead, 16-14. The second period maintained the tight contest, featuring notable contributions from Dana Tate Jr. And Dylan Smith for Argentino. However, Lucas Victoriano logró imponer su jerarquía
(“Lucas Victoriano managed to impose his hierarchy”), guiding Quimsa to a 39-36 advantage at halftime.
Quimsa Pulls Away
Following the break, Quimsa began to assert greater control. Brandon Robinson’s perimeter shooting proved pivotal, driving a surge that widened the gap. Despite Argentino’s efforts through David Schriver, they couldn’t contain Quimsa’s momentum.
Final Quarter Dominance
In the final quarter, Quimsa further extended their lead with a series of quick scores, including a triple from Diego Collomb and a double from Sebastián Orresta. Fausto Ruesga also contributed a crucial triple, pushing the score to 79-62 with three minutes remaining. The team’s depth and Argentino’s absences of Jeremías Frontera and Fernando Podestá proved decisive.
“Quimsa has a campaign of 20 wins and 10 losses, while Argentino has 6 wins and 23 losses.”
La Nueva
Fausto Ruesga, playing for the winning team, totaled 9 points and 4 rebounds in 21 minutes and 58 seconds. Brandon Robinson led Quimsa with 18 points.
Key Stats
- Quimsa: 95 points
- Argentino: 75 points
- Brandon Robinson (Quimsa): 18 points
- Dana Tate (Argentino): 17 points
- David Schriver (Argentino): 17 points
- Dylan Smith (Argentino): 16 points
- Fausto Ruesga (Quimsa): 9 points, 4 rebounds
Pro Tip
Maintaining offensive consistency and capitalizing on opponent weaknesses are crucial for securing victories in a competitive league like the National Basketball League.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the game between Quimsa and Argentino?
Quimsa won the game against Argentino with a score of 95-75.
Who was the leading scorer for Quimsa?
Brandon Robinson was the leading scorer for Quimsa with 18 points.
Where was the game played?
The game was played at the Las Morochas stadium in Junín.
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