ANOTHER FINAL! FlaBasquete, in absolute fashion, defeated Franca by 91 to 67 this Friday (18), at Maracanãzinho, and guaranteed itself in the final of the Basketball Champions League America. Now, the Pride of the Nation faces Boca Juniors in the final and will go in search of the second championship of the continental competition. Point guard Alexey was the highlight of the match with 24 points. 

Highlights
Alexey – 24 points and 9 assists;
Ruan Miranda – 13 points;
Shaq Johnson – 12 points;
Franco Balbi – 10 points. 

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In the opening seconds, Shaq Johnson hit a three-pointer to open the scoring. Following this, the Pride of the Nation converted two more shots from the perimeter. The game began evenly, with both teams exchanging points. Alexey stood out, leading the playmaking and scoring on offense. FlaBasquete finished the first quarter leading 22-18. 

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On the court, Balbi made a beautiful drive and scored two more points for Mengão on a layup. The red-and-black team continued to shoot well from three-point range. Gui Deodato came out on top, scoring key points to open up a larger lead. "Mais Querido" played a solid defensive game, making Franca's attacking plays as difficult as possible. With a healthy lead, "Pride of the Nation" went into halftime up 42-29. 

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The first three-pointer of the period was scored by Kayo Gonçalves. The Pride of the Nation returned with the same intensity, scoring on offense and forcing Franca into mistakes. Jordan Williams hit a beautiful three-pointer, increasing the red-and-black lead. In three attempts, Jhonatan Luz hit two three-pointers. Everything worked in Mengão's favor, who completely controlled the match, closing the period at 58-36. 

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In the final quarter, Balbi provided a beautiful assist for Ruan to score two more points for FlaBasquete. Shaq Johnson received an open ball on the perimeter and sank another three-pointer. Setting the pace of the match, Alexey was the tipping point in Mengão's favor. Another great performance from the red-and-black point guard. In the final seconds, the Pride of the Nation held on to its advantage and closed the game 91-67, securing a place in another BCLA final. 

Let's go for our second championship, Nation! Tomorrow is the day to pack the Maracanãzinho stadium in search of another continental title.

Next challenge
The Pride of the Nation returns to the court this Saturday (19) to face Boca Juniors, at 21:10 pm, at Maracanãzinho, in the grand final of the Basketball Champions League Americas (BCLA).  

Starting Quintet
Alexey, Shaq Johnson, Jordan Williams, Kayo Gonçalves and Ruan Miranda. 
Coach: Sergio Hernandez.