The NBB Caixa quarterfinals playoff got off to a flying start for FlaBasquete. Playing consistently and with a relentless final quarter, the Orgulho da Nação defeated Pinheiros 95-86 away from home and took a 1-0 lead in the series. Now, Mengão plays games 2 and 3 at Tijuca Tênis Clube. The second matchup takes place on Monday and the third on Wednesday, both at 19:30 PM.
Highlights
Marquinhos - 22 points and four rebounds
Olivinha - 13 points and eight rebounds
Ramon - 13 points and four assists
The game
The match began at a frantic pace, back and forth. Excited by their five-game winning streak against Vasco, Pinheiros tried to assert their home-court advantage with a rush and intensity. Flamengo, for their part, were undaunted and embraced the home team's play. With high scoring from both sides, the first ten minutes ended in a 29-26 victory for the red-and-blacks.
In the second period, the pace normalized. Studying their opponents more closely, the teams played a more tactical game. José Neto moved the team well on the court, maintaining the intensity of the game and securing another victory in the period, this time 22-21.
The third period belonged to Pinheiros. Seeking victory in their playoff opener, the São Paulo team relied on the strong play of Holloway and Bennett to put pressure on the Pride of the Nation. With ten minutes of superiority, Pinheiros took a 23-16 lead and took the score to the final period: 70-67.
The final ten minutes were worthy of a championship team. Flamengo dominated, relentless in three-point shooting, driving, and rebounding. It was a flawless and decisive period for the red-and-black team to open up a series lead. With nearly double the points, 29 to 15, José Neto's men closed the game 95 to 86.
And now?
Game 2: Monday, 24th, 19:30 pm, in Tijuca.
Game 3: Wednesday, 26th, 19:30 pm, in Tijuca.
Highlights
Marquinhos - 22 points and four rebounds
Olivinha - 13 points and eight rebounds
Ramon - 13 points and four assists
The game
The match began at a frantic pace, back and forth. Excited by their five-game winning streak against Vasco, Pinheiros tried to assert their home-court advantage with a rush and intensity. Flamengo, for their part, were undaunted and embraced the home team's play. With high scoring from both sides, the first ten minutes ended in a 29-26 victory for the red-and-blacks.
In the second period, the pace normalized. Studying their opponents more closely, the teams played a more tactical game. José Neto moved the team well on the court, maintaining the intensity of the game and securing another victory in the period, this time 22-21.
The third period belonged to Pinheiros. Seeking victory in their playoff opener, the São Paulo team relied on the strong play of Holloway and Bennett to put pressure on the Pride of the Nation. With ten minutes of superiority, Pinheiros took a 23-16 lead and took the score to the final period: 70-67.
The final ten minutes were worthy of a championship team. Flamengo dominated, relentless in three-point shooting, driving, and rebounding. It was a flawless and decisive period for the red-and-black team to open up a series lead. With nearly double the points, 29 to 15, José Neto's men closed the game 95 to 86.
And now?
Game 2: Monday, 24th, 19:30 pm, in Tijuca.
Game 3: Wednesday, 26th, 19:30 pm, in Tijuca.
The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo adult basketball team is sponsored by Uber Brasil. It also receives direct funding from its sponsor Estácio, as well as investments from Tim through the State Sports Incentive Law/State Secretariat of Sports, Leisure and Youth (ICMS).