Guyana erased a 12-point deficit and took control in the second half to claim a 66-57 comeback win over Bahamas in Managua on 2026-07-17, in the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup 2027 Centrobasket Qualifiers classification games. Bahamas led at halftime, but Guyana dominated after the break, turning the tide and securing a nine-point victory. With this result, Guyana will finish above the Bahamas in the final event standings.

TURNING POINT

The decisive moment arrived with 4:19 left in the third quarter, when Rhema Collins tied the game at 40-40 with a two-point jump shot after Guyana had briefly led 40-38. Guyana responded immediately, as Joy Adams converted a fast-break layup at 3:38 to restore a 42-40 lead.

From 4:44 to 1:06 remaining in the third quarter, Guyana outscored Bahamas 8-2, committing no turnovers while Bahamas managed just 1-of-9 from the field. That stretch handed Guyana control for good and set the stage for their second-half surge.

GAME HEROES

Ruth Adams led the charge for Guyana, finishing with 24 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 steals, and 1 block in a full 40:00 of action. She posted a +9 plus/minus and a 28 efficiency rating, knocking down 5-of-9 from beyond the arc and 5-of-6 from the line. Adams provided a steady scoring threat on the perimeter and delivered in key second-half moments.

Joy Adams delivered a monster double-double with 16 points and 17 rebounds, adding 5 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block in 40:00. Anaya Mc David contributed 15 points, 9 rebounds, 4 blocks, and 2 steals in 36:30, while Ava Thomas chipped in 9 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in 36:55. For Bahamas, Valerie Nesbitt posted 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, going a perfect 6-of-6 from the line.

RUNS

Guyana’s biggest run came in the third quarter, when they put together a 6-0 surge from 5:36 to 4:44, turning a 34-38 deficit into a 40-38 lead. Joy Adams led the way during this stretch, scoring 5 points on perfect shooting and adding 2 free throws.

Bahamas’ most significant run occurred in the second quarter, as they went on an 11-0 run from 9:06 to 6:58, extending their lead from 14-15 to 14-26. Tanisha Seymour contributed 5 points on 2-of-2 shooting during this sequence.

COMEBACKS

Guyana delivered a decisive comeback after trailing by 12 points with 6:58 remaining in the second quarter (score: Guyana 14 – Bahamas 26). Over the next stretch, Guyana steadily erased the deficit, finally pulling even at 38-38 with 5:14 left in the third quarter. This team-wide surge marked a turning point in the game, shifting momentum firmly in Guyana’s favor and setting the stage for their eventual victory.

LEAD CHANGES

There were 8 lead changes in the game, with the first coming at 6:30 remaining in the opening quarter and the last at 4:44 left in the third. The game remained competitive throughout, reflecting a hard-fought contest between Guyana and the Bahamas.

BIGGEST LEADS

Bahamas held the largest lead of the game at 12 points on three occasions in the second quarter (Q2 6:58, Q2 4:19, and Q2 3:06). Guyana’s biggest lead was 9 points, achieved twice in the final quarter (Q4 1:32 and Q4 0:32). Despite Bahamas’ early advantage, Guyana finished with a 9-point margin at the final buzzer.

TIME SPENT LEADING

Guyana spent 17 minutes and 39 seconds in front during the game, while Bahamas led for 18 minutes and 59 seconds. The score was tied for 3 minutes and 22 seconds.

CRUNCH TIME *

There were 1:46 of crunch time in this game, during which Guyana outscored Bahamas 5-2. The contest remained in the balance until late, but Guyana made the difference by converting two key two-point field goals and securing four rebounds. Bahamas were limited to just two points from the line and did not make a field goal during crunch time. Neither team recorded an assist, and both struggled from beyond the arc, with Guyana missing all three of its three-point attempts in the closing moments.

** Defined as any stretch in the final five minutes with the margin at five points or fewer.

LINEUPS

The most effective lineup for Guyana featured Joy Adams, Ruth Adams, Anaya McDavid, Marley Edwards, and Ava Thomas. This group played together for 36:33 and posted a +8 plus-minus, proving decisive in the win.

Guyana’s gritty comeback win over Bahamas showcased resilience and second-half execution, with Ruth Adams and Joy Adams leading the way. The result secures a higher final ranking for Guyana in the Centrobasket Qualifiers, capping a memorable rally in Managua.