Dylan Bordón’s Transition to the NCAA: A New Chapter Begins
Santa Cruz de Tenerife witnessed a significant shift in its basketball roster as Argentine guard Dylan Bordón officially made the decision to leave La Laguna Tenerife. As of June 27, 2023, Bordón has opted to terminate his contract, marking the end of his journey with the team to pursue an opportunity in the NCAA with the University of San Francisco and the San Francisco Dons.
Bordón’s Journey to La Laguna Tenerife
Dylan Bordón’s arrival at La Laguna Tenerife was marked by promise and potential. The 21-year-old international player joined the island team in August 2025, transitioning from Gran Canaria. His initial contract spanned two seasons, with an option for two more, but he has chosen to expedite his exit in favor of playing college basketball in the United States. This decision underscores his ambition to enhance his skills on a larger stage and explore opportunities within the NCAA framework.
Performance Stats with La Laguna Tenerife
During his tenure as part of the aurinegro (yellow and black) squad, Bordón showcased his abilities on multiple fronts. He participated in nine matches of the ACB — Spain’s top professional basketball division — accumulating 25 minutes of game time. His performance was further highlighted in six Basketball Champions League games, where he played for a total of 45 minutes, contributing 21 points, four rebounds, and nine assists.
Besides his appearances in the senior team, Bordón also made a significant impact at the reserve level, participating in 20 games with substantial averages: 19.1 points and 5 assists per game. These statistics not only reflect his scoring ability but also his capability to create plays and support teammates.
Impact of Bordón’s Departure on La Laguna Tenerife
Bordón’s departure marks the end of an era for La Laguna Tenerife, which has recently seen the exit of multiple players. With five players, including notable names like Patty Mills, Kevin Yebo, Elvar Fridriksson, and Thomas Scrubb, now leaving the organization, the club faces a substantial transition phase. This exodus, particularly of such experienced talents, calls for strategic recruitment and rebuilding to maintain competitiveness in the upcoming 2026/27 campaign.
Looking Forward
For Dylan Bordón, heading to the NCAA represents a promising opportunity to further develop his game and prepare for a future in professional basketball. Playing for the San Francisco Dons, he will encounter a more competitive atmosphere that could significantly elevate his skills and visibility within the basketball community.
Conversely, La Laguna Tenerife must navigate this challenge by identifying new talent capable of filling the gaps left by departing players. As they prepare for the new season, the focus will shift toward nurturing young talent and rebuilding the team’s core to ensure continued success.
Conclusion
Dylan Bordón’s decision to pursue an NCAA career is a pivotal moment not just for him, but for La Laguna Tenerife as well. As he embarks on this new chapter with the San Francisco Dons, fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how both Bordón and his former team adapt to this significant change. The future holds many possibilities for both the player and the club in the evolving landscape of basketball.