MAR DEL PLATA, Argentina (Interstat) — Peñarol defeated Platense 79-72 in an Argentinian Liga A game Saturday at Polideportivo Islas Malvinas.

The home team led 43-36 at halftime and maintained a steady advantage throughout the second half to secure the victory. Sebastian Morales led all scorers with 22 points for Platense. Peñarol was paced by 18 points from Luciano Guerra and 19 from Agustin Perez. Ivan Basualdo anchored the interior for the winners with 12 rebounds and three blocks.

Peñarol improved to 12-10 across all competitions. Platense fell to 10-16. The teams split their two-game season series, with each winning on its home court.