Flamengo defeats Bauru and is in the final of the Super 8 Cup
The final takes place this Saturday (23), at 16 pm, at the Antônio Prado Jr Gymnasium
By Nathan Soares - in
The final is here! This Tuesday (19), in a game valid for the Copa Super 8 semifinal, Flamengo beat Bauru 72x65, at the Antônio Prado Jr. Gymnasium, in São Paulo, and is in the final of the competition. The decision takes place this Saturday (23), at 16 pm, at the Antônio Prado Jr. Gymnasium.
O JOGO
The first quarter started evenly, with Rafael Hettsheimer and Yago leading the Pride of the Nation's scoring, with 1 and 10 points, respectively. Three-pointers were crucial for Mengão early in the match. In the end, Bauru managed to take the lead, eventually winning 6-18.
The second quarter began with Marquinhos honing his aim and converting a three-pointer for Flamengo. The match remained tight, and Léo Demétrio, who tormented Bauru's defense, helped Flamengo turn the score around. But the match remained evenly matched, with numerous counterattacks, and Bauru fought back to equalize. The score ended 2-35.
At the start of the third quarter, Chuzito dominated Mengão's attack. First, with a beautiful three-pointer, then with an assist and individual plays. Marquinhos hit two consecutive three-pointers, crucial to the score.the fourth. Balbi continued his three-point streak and extended the lead for Orgulho Da Nação. Flamengo finished the third quarter ahead 3-55.
The final half began with Marquinhos hitting another three-pointer, giving Mengão an 11-point lead. Bauru managed to reduce the deficit and tie the score. The match was thrilling. Balbi hit three-pointers that put Orgulho Da Nação ahead. The Magician Balbi continued to guide Flamengo to victory and the final of the competition. Full time, Flamengo 72-65 Bauru.
Highlights:
Hettsheimeir - 14 points, 8 Rebounds;
Balbi - 13 points;
Marquinhos - 12 points;
Olivinha - 10 points.
The basketball teams of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo rely on resources from their sponsors – BRB, TIM, AmBev, Rede D'or, IRB Brasil RE, CSN, Brasil Plural, EY – via the Federal Incentive Law/Ministry of Sports (IR) and State Incentive Law/State Secretariat of Sports, Leisure and Youth (Seelje) of Rio de Janeiro, in addition to support from the Brazilian Club Committee (CBC).