LA ASUNCION, Venezuela (Interstat) — Margarita held off Carabobo 87-83 on Sunday at Gimnasio Ciudad de la Asuncion. The Guaiqueries improved to 19-11, while the Trotamundos fell to 17-13.

Margarita took control in the second and third quarters, outscoring Carabobo 23-20 and 22-16. Carabobo won the first 24-20 and the fourth 23-22 but could not overcome the deficit.

Pedro Chouiro led Margarita with 30 points and four rebounds in 36 minutes. Gelvis Solano added 27 points, five rebounds and three assists. Jose Ascanio contributed 15 points and five boards, and Francisco Centeno grabbed eight rebounds.

James Reese V paced Carabobo with 19 points. Donta Smith posted 16 points and four rebounds. Yohanner Sifontes had 13 points and four assists, and Ricky Ledo added 14 points. Dontrell Brite finished with 10 points and six rebounds.