Flamengo faces Vitória away from home
Marcelinho Machado could reach the milestone of 1,000 free throws converted in the competition
By Communication - Official Club Website - inComing from a victory against Basquete Cearense away from home, Flamengo remains in the Northeast to compete in the Novo Basquete Brasil 8 (NBB). This time, Rubro-Negro will travel to Salvador to face Vitória next Thursday (03.12), at 22 pm, at the Ginásio Poliesportivo de Cajazeiras. The eighth round will be broadcast on National Basketball League website (LNB) over the internet.
The commander of Pride of the Nation, José Neto, analyzed the opposing team and the importance of the next match.
"Vitória is in a good moment in the championship. They've won their last three games, and playing at home is only enhancing this good moment. Being aware of this is a factor we must have, but the most important thing is to continue focusing on our style of play, and thus continue the team's development process. Reuniting with players Kojo and Feliz, who were on the Flamengo squad that won the NBB5 championship, is a reason for joy, as they were part of a victorious group and are marked in the club's history," said the coach.
Previous round
The commander of Pride of the Nation, José Neto, analyzed the opposing team and the importance of the next match.
"Vitória is in a good moment in the championship. They've won their last three games, and playing at home is only enhancing this good moment. Being aware of this is a factor we must have, but the most important thing is to continue focusing on our style of play, and thus continue the team's development process. Reuniting with players Kojo and Feliz, who were on the Flamengo squad that won the NBB5 championship, is a reason for joy, as they were part of a victorious group and are marked in the club's history," said the coach.
Previous round
Away from home, Orgulho da Nação defeated Basquete Cearense in the previous round, 85-67. With a strong offensive performance, Marquinhos and Rafa Luz stood out in the team's victory. Vitória also won its last home match, 86-74, against Macaé.
Close record
Flamengo captain Marcelinho Machado needs just three free throws to reach the 1,000-point mark in the NBB. Keep an eye out!
Transmission
The match will be broadcast online by National Basketball League website (LNB), where you can also watch live coverage and all the game statistics. No television channels will broadcast the match.
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