Turco Overcomes Platense in Intense Contest

Argentino (known as Turco) claimed a 94-81 victory over Platense in a very even and physical game on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The win marks a second consecutive road victory for Turco, following a previous triumph over Peñarol.

Jeremías Sandrini was named the MVP of the match, delivering a standout performance with 23 points and 3 assists. Robert Woodard II led Platense with 17 points.

First Half Battle

Unlike the first game between these teams, the start of this contest was closely matched. Platense struggled with imprecise play and defensive errors early on, which proved costly against Turco’s aggressive approach. Adrián Capelli’s team established an early lead with a 12-6 run, fueled by the contributions of their foreign players, Smith and Tate. Platense attempted to respond, but ended the first quarter trailing 25-19.

The second quarter saw Turco extend their advantage, reaching a maximum lead of 17 points. The North American trio of Tate, Batian, and Smith proved problematic for Platense, forcing multiple timeouts from Martín Yangüela. Platense rallied towards the end of the half, led by Agustín Jara, closing the gap to 53-43 by halftime.

Second Half Comeback and Final Push

Platense emerged with renewed energy after halftime, with Julián Morales joining Jara and Tobías Franchela in a comeback effort. They briefly took the lead after a series of strong plays. Although, Turco responded with a late surge, finishing the third quarter ahead 75-70.

The final quarter featured a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading baskets. Turco ultimately prevailed, relying on their physical and defensive play, combined with the precision of Tate, Batian, Smith, and a dominant performance from Sandrini. Despite a late effort from Robert Woodard II, who scored three consecutive triples, Platense couldn’t overcome the deficit. Turco closed out the game with confidence, securing the 94-81 victory.

Key Stats

• Jeremías Sandrini (Turco): 23 points, 3 assists (MVP)
• Robert Woodard II (Platense): 17 points
• Final Score: Platense 81 – 94 Argentino (Turco)

What They Said

“?? Offensive rebound and collect with Woods ???”

La Liga (@LigaNacional) February 18, 2026

“?? Trelles as a pure technical gesture ???”

La Liga (@LigaNacional) February 18, 2026

FAQ

Who was the MVP of the game?

Jeremías Sandrini was named the MVP of the game with 23 points and 3 assists.

What is Turco’s record after this win?

Turco’s record is currently 5-20.

Who were the key players for Platense?

Robert Woodard II was the standout player for Platense, scoring 17 points. Agustín Jara and Julián Morales also contributed to their comeback effort.