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Wikipedia - Astros de Jalisco
Astros de Jalisco (English: Jalisco Astros) is a professional Mexican basketball team, based in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The Astros are part the CIBACOPA and the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional, the top professional basketball league in Mexico. The team plays its home games at the Arena Astros, with a capacity of 4,000 spectators.
History
The Astros were presented in February 2019 as a joint effort between the government of the State of Jalisco and Grupo Multimedios, a media conglomerate.
The Astros were one of the three new teams that debuted in the 2019–20 LNBP season, the other two were the Dorados de Chihuahua and the Plateros de Fresnillo.
On July 12, 2022, Astros won its first CIBACOPA championship in its debut season in the league, after beating Rayos de Hermosillo 91–87 in the sixth game of the final. The Astros' American guard Javion Blake was named the Finals MVP.
The Astros de Jalisco have quickly become a competitive force in the LNBP, finishing in the top four of the league standings in their first two seasons. The team is known for its fast-paced, high-scoring style of play, led by a talented roster of players from Mexico and around the world.
Off the court, the Astros de Jalisco are committed to giving back to their community through various charitable initiatives and community outreach programs. The team has also developed a strong fan base, known for their passionate support and dedication to the team.
Overall, the Astros de Jalisco are a dynamic and exciting basketball team, both on and off the court, and are poised to continue their success in the LNBP for years to come.