MONTERREY, Mexico (Interstat) — Fuerza Regia used a dominant third quarter to pull away from the visiting Aguascalientes Panteras for an 80-63 victory in a Mexican LNBP game Saturday night at Gimnasio Nuevo Leon.

Leading 42-43 at halftime, Fuerza Regia outscored Aguascalientes 25-14 in the third period to seize control. Scott Bamforth led the home side with 17 points and six rebounds, while Josh Ibarra added 15 points and eight boards. Fuerza Regia (10-5) owned a decisive 45-26 rebounding advantage.

Erik Thomas scored 12 points for the Panteras (8-7), who were held to just six points in the fourth quarter. The teams are scheduled to meet again at the same venue Sunday.