Tough confrontation for the NBB
After the game against São José, Flamengo remains in the top positions of the competition
By Communication - Official Club Website - in
On Saturday night (14.12), at the Tijuca Tênis Clube gymnasium, which received an audience of 673 people, Flamengo lost to São José, by 81 to 59, in a game valid for the tenth round of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB). For the red-black side, the American Meyinsse was the main highlight, and top scorer of the match, with 24 points scored. Despite the defeat, the Mais Querido, which started the round in second place, remains positioned among the top placed.
Center Shilton spoke about what happened in the game. "We weren't able to execute what we planned on the court. Not to mention, we can't underestimate the São José team, which was superior," he said.
São José set a strong pace from the opening whistle. Even so, besides Meyinsse, two other players stood out for the red-and-black team: Gegê provided four assists and Olivinha grabbed nine rebounds, one offensive and eight defensive.
The next two rounds will feature clashes in São Paulo for Flamengo. On Thursday (19.12/21.12), the opponent will be Limeira. On Saturday (XNUMX/XNUMX), the Mais Querido will take to the court to face Bauru.
"We have two very tough games ahead. Limeira is leading the league and we have to improve our collective game to regain momentum and play well," said José Neto, Flamengo's coach.
Center Shilton spoke about what happened in the game. "We weren't able to execute what we planned on the court. Not to mention, we can't underestimate the São José team, which was superior," he said.
São José set a strong pace from the opening whistle. Even so, besides Meyinsse, two other players stood out for the red-and-black team: Gegê provided four assists and Olivinha grabbed nine rebounds, one offensive and eight defensive.
The next two rounds will feature clashes in São Paulo for Flamengo. On Thursday (19.12/21.12), the opponent will be Limeira. On Saturday (XNUMX/XNUMX), the Mais Querido will take to the court to face Bauru.
"We have two very tough games ahead. Limeira is leading the league and we have to improve our collective game to regain momentum and play well," said José Neto, Flamengo's coach.