Chris Mantis scores 21 points, Matt Cross delivers a career-high 20, and Adam Flagler’s late three-pointer ties the game before Mexico City escapes with its third consecutive victory.

STWF SPORTS | MEXICO CITY | NOVEMBER 10, 2026 – The Texas Legends showed resilience and determination Tuesday night, erasing an 18-point deficit before falling 97-93 to the undefeated Mexico City Capitanes at Arena CDMX.

Despite a furious fourth-quarter comeback, the Dallas Mavericks’ NBA G League affiliate was unable to complete the upset, dropping to 0-2 on the young season.

Mexico City improved to 3-0 behind strong bench production and timely execution in the closing minutes.

Chris Mantis led Texas with 21 points, while Matt Cross delivered a career-high 20 points and eight rebounds off the bench.

Legends Battle Through Early Deficit

Texas Legends: A Team of Resilience and Determination

Texas faced an uphill battle throughout much of the contest as Mexico City established control during the opening half.

The Capitanes used balanced scoring and contributions from their reserves to build a 13-point halftime advantage.

That lead eventually reached 18 points, putting the Legends in a difficult position on the road.

However, Texas refused to let the game slip away.

The Legends gradually increased their defensive intensity while finding more success offensively, particularly from beyond the three-point line.

Their persistence helped transform what appeared to be a comfortable Mexico City victory into a competitive fourth-quarter battle.

Matt Cross Delivers Career-Best Performance

Cross provided one of the most encouraging individual performances for Texas, finishing with a career-high 20 points.

The forward also collected eight rebounds, giving the Legends valuable production on both ends of the floor.

Coming off the bench, Cross supplied an offensive spark that helped Texas remain competitive despite its early struggles.

His scoring and rebounding contributions demonstrated the importance of the Legends’ depth as the team continues evaluating its rotation.

For a squad looking to establish consistency, Cross’ emergence provides another offensive option moving forward.

Mantis Leads Texas From Beyond the Arc

Mantis delivered an impressive perimeter shooting performance, finishing with a team-high 21 points.

The forward connected on five of nine three-point attempts, providing much-needed scoring during Texas’ comeback effort.

His ability to stretch Mexico City’s defense helped create additional offensive opportunities for his teammates.

Darin Green and Adam Flagler contributed 14 points apiece, giving the Legends multiple scoring options throughout the contest.

Jeremy Sochan also delivered a versatile performance, recording nine points, 12 rebounds, eight assists and three steals.

Although Sochan finished short of double figures in scoring, his rebounding, playmaking and defensive contributions remained important to the team’s comeback.

Fourth-Quarter Comeback Nearly Steals Victory

Texas saved its strongest offensive stretch for the final quarter.

Trailing by double digits, the Legends unleashed a 12-0 scoring run that reduced Mexico City’s advantage to 79-76 with eight minutes remaining.

The momentum continued as Texas found its shooting rhythm from long distance.

The Legends connected on nine of 14 three-point attempts during the fourth quarter, putting significant pressure on the Capitanes.

With 2:30 remaining, Flagler delivered one of the game’s defining moments.

The guard knocked down a clutch three-pointer to tie the contest at 90, completing Texas’ remarkable comeback from an 18-point deficit.

However, Mexico City responded when it mattered most.

The Capitanes outscored Texas 7-3 over the closing stretch, preserving their undefeated start with the four-point victory.

Mexico City Bench Makes the Difference

While Texas received strong contributions from Cross and Mantis, Mexico City’s bench played a significant role in the outcome.

Four Capitanes reserves reached double figures, providing scoring depth throughout the matchup.

Zeke Mayo led Mexico City with 25 points, while Rafael Castro contributed 15 points and seven rebounds.

That balanced production helped the Capitanes withstand Texas’ late offensive surge.

Mexico City’s ability to execute during the final possessions ultimately proved decisive.

Legends Return Home Seeking First Victory

The Legends now turn their attention to their home opener against the Rio Grande Valley Vipers on Friday, November 13, in Frisco.

Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. CT.

Texas will face Rio Grande Valley again Sunday, November 15, at 3 p.m.

The upcoming homestand offers the Legends an opportunity to regroup, establish their identity and pursue their first victory of the 2026-27 campaign.

STWF Sports Final Takeaway

Although Texas left Mexico City without a victory, Tuesday’s performance offered encouraging signs.

The Legends demonstrated resilience by overcoming an 18-point deficit, while Mantis and Cross provided significant offensive production.

Sochan’s all-around contributions and Flagler’s late-game shooting also highlighted the team’s potential.

The biggest challenge moving forward will be avoiding early deficits and maintaining consistent execution throughout all four quarters.

For the Legends, the comeback showed they possess the firepower to compete. Now the focus shifts toward turning those promising stretches into victories.

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