Matadors Cruise Past Dynamos 128-82, Torching Detroit from Deep
Madrid's Offensive Barrage Downs Detroit; Torres and Schmidt Lead the Charge
DETROIT – The Madrid Matadors delivered a masterful offensive performance on Saturday, overwhelming the Detroit Dynamos with a relentless barrage of three-pointers and crisp ball movement to secure a decisive 128-82 victory. The Matadors shot an impressive 46.7% from beyond the arc, showcasing their offensive firepower and leaving the Dynamos struggling to find answers.
The game, a crucial matchup in the February 2026 Season, saw the Matadors take control early. Julian Torres was the catalyst for Madrid, pouring in a game-high 25 points to go along with 7 rebounds and 3 assists. He was complemented by Emil Schmidt, who added 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists, orchestrating the Matadors’ offense with precision. Caleb Finch also dished out a game-high 7 assists, highlighting Madrid’s commitment to finding the open man.
“We came out with a lot of energy today,” said Torres after the game. “Our shooters were feeling it, and we did a great job of moving the ball to find them. That’s the kind of basketball we know we can play.”
The Dynamos, despite a respectable rebounding effort led by Giselle Hayes with 8 boards, were plagued by turnovers, committing 20 on the night. Their shooting struggled, connecting on just 30.9% of their field goals. Freya Lindgren was a bright spot for Detroit, leading the team with 17 points, including two three-pointers.
“We just didn’t execute tonight,” admitted Dynamos coach Anya Sharma. “Madrid is a very talented team, and when they get going like that, especially from deep, it’s tough to stop. We have to learn from this and get back to work.”
The Matadors’ dominance was evident throughout the second half, as they consistently found open looks and capitalized on Detroit’s defensive lapses. Their collective effort was underscored by 33 assists on 47 made field goals.
Key Notes:
- Madrid Matadors shot 46.7% from three-point range (21-45).
- Detroit Dynamos committed 20 turnovers compared to Madrid’s 10.
- Julian Torres led all scorers with 25 points.
- Caleb Finch dished out a game-high 7 assists for Madrid.
- Freya Lindgren was Detroit’s leading scorer with 17 points.