Fog's Fourth Quarter Surge Buries Matadors 108-92
Chen Wei's Offense Leads San Francisco to Dominant Home Victory
SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Fog closed out their February 2026 season campaign with a resounding 108-92 victory over the Madrid Matadors on Friday night, fueled by a dominant fourth-quarter performance that saw them pull away from a tight contest. After a back-and-forth first half, it was the Fog’s ability to execute down the stretch, coupled with clutch shooting, that sealed the win and sent the home crowd into a frenzy.
The game remained a nail-biter for the first three quarters. Madrid’s Clara Jensen and Elara Hayes kept the Matadors within striking distance, each pouring in 16 points. However, San Francisco’s balanced attack began to take hold. Chen Wei ignited the Fog offense, leading all scorers with 22 points, and was supported by a strong all-around effort from Lars Andersen, who chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists.
The turning point arrived early in the fourth. With the score tied at 78-78, San Francisco went on an 18-2 run. A crucial steal and fast-break layup by Chen Wei, followed by a decisive three-pointer from Anya Morozova, shifted the momentum irrevocably. The Fog’s defense tightened, forcing several key turnovers that they converted into easy baskets.
“We just locked in defensively in the fourth,” said Fog head coach, Maria Rodriguez. “We trusted each other, and when we play like that, we’re a tough team to beat. Chen was exceptional tonight, as was Lars with his playmaking. It was a true team effort.”
Chen Wei, who finished with 22 points, added, “It felt good to get into a rhythm. We wanted to finish the season strong at home, and I’m glad we could do that for our fans.”
Key Notes:
- San Francisco Fog shot an efficient 42.9% from three-point range (18/42).
- Lars Andersen recorded a game-high 5 assists along with 14 points and 8 rebounds.
- The Fog outrebounded the Matadors 50-47, including 15 offensive boards.
- San Francisco boasts a strong 2.0 assist-to-turnover ratio (26 assists, 13 turnovers).